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Virginia Taxpayers Face Massive Burden as State Approves $117.6 Million for School Bonuses

Virginia taxpayers are bracing for another massive expenditure as the state government pushes forward...

Loudoun Families Face Sky-High Towers as Democratic Leaders Fail to Protect Neighborhoods

Loudoun County residents continue to confront the harsh reality of massive high-voltage transmission lines...
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Senator Bill Stanley Leads Charge Against Gas Station Heroin Sales

Addressing the Threat of Gas Station Heroin Gas station heroin represents a growing concern that requires immediate legislative attention in Virginia. Retail outlets selling these...

Virginia Taxpayers Forced to Fund $20 Million Bureaucratic Expansion for Public Sector Unions

Virginia Taxpayers Face Massive Bill for New Union Bureaucracies The state budget for fiscal year 2027 includes a staggering $20 million allocation designed exclusively to...

Fairfax County Proposes Massive $49.1 Million Personnel Spending Increase Despite Taxpayer Concerns

Fairfax County taxpayers are facing another significant financial burden as the local government proposes massive increases in personnel spending for the upcoming fiscal year....

No Queens in Virginia: Stop Tyranny

Virginia’s motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” or “Thus Always to Tyrants” declares that virtue, justice and good governance will always triumph over tyranny. Virginia’s Democrat...

Virginia Taxpayers Face Millions in New Costs as 2027 and 2028 Home Care Wage Mandates Expand State Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are bracing for a massive expansion of state spending following the recent approval of aggressive wage increases for home care workers scheduled...

Virginia Taxpayers on the Hook for $10 Million Expansion of Renamed Special Education Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are facing another significant budget expansion as state officials push forward a massive $10.0 million funding increase for the fiscal year 2027...

Virginia’s $400 Million Blank Check: How Flexible School Funding Threatens Fiscal Responsibility

Virginia lawmakers have allocated a staggering $400.4 million from the general fund as a one-time flexible payment to local school divisions across the commonwealth....

Virginia Court Halts Spanberger’s AR-15 Ban, Delivering a Major Victory to Gun Owning Owners

Virginia gun owners won their first big courtroom victory on June 26 when a judge in the Lancaster County Circuit Court granted an interim...

Virginia Taxpayers Forced to Bankroll Millions for New Recreational Marijuana Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are now heavily burdened with millions of dollars in new spending to establish a recreational marijuana marketplace under the newly approved state...

Virginia Allocates $116.3 Million for School Bonuses Amid Growing Budget Concerns

The state of Virginia is preparing to distribute a staggering $116.3 million in taxpayer funds to cover a one-time bonus payment for public school...

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Virginia Taxpayers Face Massive Burden as State Approves $117.6 Million for School Bonuses

Virginia taxpayers are bracing for another massive expenditure as the state government pushes forward...

Loudoun Families Face Sky-High Towers as Democratic Leaders Fail to Protect Neighborhoods

Loudoun County residents continue to confront the harsh reality of massive high-voltage transmission lines...

Senator Bill Stanley Leads Charge Against Gas Station Heroin Sales

Addressing the Threat of Gas Station Heroin Gas station heroin represents a growing concern that...

Virginia Taxpayers Forced to Fund $20 Million Bureaucratic Expansion for Public Sector Unions

Virginia Taxpayers Face Massive Bill for New Union Bureaucracies The state budget for fiscal year...

Fairfax County Proposes Massive $49.1 Million Personnel Spending Increase Despite Taxpayer Concerns

Fairfax County taxpayers are facing another significant financial burden as the local government proposes...

No Queens in Virginia: Stop Tyranny

Virginia’s motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” or “Thus Always to Tyrants” declares that virtue, justice...

Virginia Taxpayers Face Millions in New Costs as 2027 and 2028 Home Care Wage Mandates Expand State Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are bracing for a massive expansion of state spending following the recent...

Virginia Taxpayers on the Hook for $10 Million Expansion of Renamed Special Education Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are facing another significant budget expansion as state officials push forward a...

Virginia’s $400 Million Blank Check: How Flexible School Funding Threatens Fiscal Responsibility

Virginia lawmakers have allocated a staggering $400.4 million from the general fund as a...

Virginia Court Halts Spanberger’s AR-15 Ban, Delivering a Major Victory to Gun Owning Owners

Virginia gun owners won their first big courtroom victory on June 26 when a...

Virginia Taxpayers Forced to Bankroll Millions for New Recreational Marijuana Bureaucracy

Virginia taxpayers are now heavily burdened with millions of dollars in new spending to...

Virginia Allocates $116.3 Million for School Bonuses Amid Growing Budget Concerns

The state of Virginia is preparing to distribute a staggering $116.3 million in taxpayer...

Everytown Gun Control PAC Sends $10,000 to Virginia Democrats

Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund delivered a $10,000 donation to the Democratic Party...

Virginia’s $148.4 Million Special Education Budget Hike Raises Fiscal Alarms

Virginia lawmakers are currently debating a massive $148.4 million allocation drawn directly from the...

Runaway Education Spending: The $98.4 Million Question in Virginia’s Budget

The Virginia state budget now includes a massive $98.4 million one-time supplement to the...

Virginia Budget Hides $400.4 Million in Flexible Slush Funds for Local Schools

The Virginia budget for fiscal year 2027 contains a massive expenditure that should raise...

Virginia Finalizes Biennium Budget with Substantial Pay Increases Amid Local Fiscal Concerns

The State of Virginia has finalized its sweeping legislative budget for the upcoming fiscal...

Sports Betting Alliance Contributes $100,000 to Virginia Democratic PAC

The Sports Betting Alliance made a $100,000 donation on July 16, 2026, to United...

Virginia Democrats Allocate $1 Billion in State Funds to Replace Federal Entitlement Spending

The state of Virginia is fundamentally shifting its fiscal strategy by allocating a massive...

Hidden Mandates: Virginia Taxpayers Foot the Bill for $11.1 Million in Concealed Central Appropriations

A staggering $11,125,212 allocation tucked away in the Virginia state budget under the vague...

Virginia Beer Wholesalers Association PAC Makes $25,000 Donation to House Speaker Don Scott

The Virginia Beer Wholesalers Association Political Action Committee contributed $25,000 to Don Scott on...

Virginia Lawmakers Push Costly Bureaucratic Expansion with New Marijuana Marketplace Budget

Virginia taxpayers are facing a massive bureaucratic expansion as state lawmakers push forward with...

Virginia FY2027 Budget Pushes $25 Million into New Housing Bureaucracy

As Virginia lawmakers finalize the fiscal year 2027 budget, taxpayers are facing the financial...

Clean Virginia Fund Contributes $50,000 to Friends of Russet Perry

The Clean Virginia Fund, a political action committee tied to the nonprofit Clean Virginia,...

Las Vegas Casino MGM Resorts International Contributes to Virginia State Senator Jennifer Boysko

MGM Resorts International made a donation of $2,500 on January 20, 2026, to Friends...

Abigail Spanberger Pushes for New Agency to Regulate Virginia Cannabis Market

Lawmakers have considered legislation to resolve these issues. The proposed measures would establish a...

Senator McDougle Highlights Legislative Deception in Virginia Policy Debates

The discussion focused on hidden financial impacts that new policies may impose on everyday...

Autism and Vulnerability in Virginia Medicaid

By James C. Sherlock Virginia does not do enough to stop Medicaid fraud. The dysfunctional...

Steve Descano and Stacey Kincaid Fairfax Sanctuary Policies Lead to Tragic Consequences for Fairfax Virginia Residents

Jason Miyares described a clear pattern where criminal offenders are released back into communities...

Assembly and Spanberger made zero progress on Virginia energy challenges

By Steve Haner, The Jefferson Forum's June commentary outlines the energy challenges that Virginia...

New Requirements for Handgun Storage in Unattended Vehicles

The Virginia General Assembly has enacted House Bill 110, which introduces specific requirements for...

Virginia Lawmakers Pass Bill Limiting Data Sources for Canceling Voter Registrations

The 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly saw the approval of House Bill...

New Property Taxes Coming to Fredericksburg

Virginia House Bill 72, introduced in the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia House...

Virginia Legislation Proposes Greater Local Control for Satellite Voting Offices

The Virginia General Assembly is considering important legislation that would transfer significant authority regarding...

Virginia Bill Introduced to Provide Flexibility for Local Election Dates

In the ongoing 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly, a significant proposal has...

Virginia Legislature Advances Tough Measures on Juvenile Delinquency with HB 123

RICHMOND, VA – In a decisive move to enhance accountability for delinquent youth, the...

Virginia Legislature Delivers Bipartisan Victory for Judicial Safety with Unanimous Passage of HB124

RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia General Assembly has sent a clear message in support...

Abigail Spanberger’s Early Problems

Abigail Spanberger struggled at key moments to set her own agenda. She stressed "affordability" during...

Virginia Democrats Force ‘Insurrection’ Label on January 6th in School Curricula Through HB 333

The bill, introduced early in the 2026 legislative session, quickly became a flashpoint in...

Virginia Lawmakers Enact Bill to Enhance Certification Process for Ancillary Traffic Infractions

Richmond, Virginia — The 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly has resulted in...

Senator Mark Peake Warns of Democrats’ Collective Bargaining Time Bomb Delayed Until After Elections

Peake, a steadfast conservative voice representing Virginians concerned about fiscal responsibility, pointed out the...

Virginia Enacts Law Requiring Prosecutors to Provide Copies of Discovery Materials to Defendants

In a significant development for Virginia's criminal justice system, the General Assembly has passed...

Virginia’s decision on the federal school choice tax credit program is imminent

Virginia's state program faces sunset by Todd Truitt Two Democratic Governors have now selected to participate...

Virginia Enacts Legislation Granting Courts Discretion on Driving Privilege Denials for Truancy in Delinquent Youth Cases

The Virginia General Assembly has taken action to refine the state's laws on juvenile...

Delegate Lopez Wrongly Labels Parental Safeguards as Assault on Virginia History

On his inauguration day in January 2022, Youngkin signed a series of executive orders...

Data-Driven Price Fixing Coming to Virginia

The Virginia General Assembly reviewed legislation during its 2026 session that would impose new...

Medical Marijuana Can Now Be Used by Terminally Ill Patients in Medical Care Facilities

RICHMOND, Va. — The core purpose of the bill is to ensure that patients with...

Legislation Authorizing Local Vehicle Noise Monitoring Programs

The Virginia General Assembly has approved House Bill 55, which establishes provisions for noise...

FBI Raids of Senator Louise Lucas Expose Corruption at the Heart of Virginia Democrats’ Power Structure

Portsmouth, Virginia – In a stunning development that should shock no one familiar with...

Abigail Spanberger Approves Expanded Provisions for Child Custody Relief Petitions in Juvenile Courts

In Richmond, the Governor has given final approval to legislation that broadens the scope...

Virginia Legislature Enacts Sweeping Prohibitions on Cosmetic Ingredients with HB 122 Passage

RICHMOND, VA – In a late-session move, the Virginia General Assembly has finalized passage...

Virginia Legislature Passes HB129 to Protect Landowners from Deer Damage

RICHMOND — In a decisive move to safeguard Virginia's homeowners and farmers, the General...

Fairfax County Schools’ Screen Time Hypocrisy Undermines Parental Authority and Child Welfare

The Fairfax County School Board, responsible for overseeing one of Virginia's largest districts, features...

Virginia Delegate JJ Singh Calls for Banning Knives, Guns, Bats, and Cars as Assault Weapons

In his remarks, Singh revisited a gun violence bill that successfully passed the General...

Virginia Delegate JJ Singh Pushes Assault Weapons Ban While Carrying Religious Dagger, Sparking Second Amendment Backlash

The first bill, focused on combating gun violence, successfully passed both chambers of the...

Will Union “Dues Skimming’ come to Virginia?

By Chris Braunlich, Governor Abigail Spanberger has many reasons to veto the bill that...

Virginia slouches towards state-sanctioned Euthanasia

Virginia Democrats are pushing to decriminalize the suicide. What could happen next? by Bronson Winning Virginia...

Vital Need for School Resource Officers in Rural Loudoun County Schools Amid Lengthy Police Response Times

Loudoun County, with its mix of suburban growth and vast rural expanses in districts...

Mark Warner Faces Backlash for Breaking Two-Term Pledge as He Files for Fourth Senate Run

That campaign saw Warner challenge longtime Republican incumbent John Warner in a closely contested...

Loudoun County Faces New Push for 5-Cent Plastic Bag Tax Amid Fiscal Concerns by Marty Martinez

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, consisting of Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Mike...

Democrats Push Risky Expansion of Mail Ballot Deadlines Amid Election Integrity Concerns

The speaker emphasized that the postal service 'is not quite as reliable as it...

Virginia HB 261: Expanding Newport News Tax Powers Raises Eyebrows Among Property Rights Advocates

Proponents argue that such flexibility could provide local governments with tools to incentivize development,...

Republicans Lead Charge Against Burdensome Fantasy Sports Tax in Virginia Conference Committee

RICHMOND, VA - As the Virginia General Assembly session pushes forward, House Bill 145,...

Democrats Imposing Mandatory ‘Fair Housing and Appraisal Bias’ Training on Real Estate Professionals

In a move that expands government oversight into professional licensing, the Virginia Senate has advanced House Bill 170, requiring aspiring real estate appraisers to complete a specific two-hour course on fair housing and appraisal bias before obtaining their licenses.

Democrats STOP New Legislation, Gender Transition Attempts on Minors as Child Abuse Stalls in House Committee

A significant legislative effort to protect Virginia's children from what proponents view as harmful interventions took a setback this week when House Bill 158 was left in the Courts of Justice Committee.

Republicans Approves Flexibility for IB Students in Advanced Diploma Graduation Requirements

The Virginia General Assembly has taken significant steps to recognize the demanding nature of the International Baccalaureate diploma program by incorporating provisions from House Bill 132 into House Bill 595, now awaiting the Governor's action.

Delegate Cornett’s HB130 Seeks Vital Workers’ Compensation Protections for Virginia Sheriffs and Deputies

Prefiled on January 2, 2026, and offered on January 14, the legislation aims to extend critical workers' compensation presumptions for certain cancers to sheriffs and their deputy sheriffs, recognizing the occupational hazards these public servants face daily.

Virginia Republican Senate Advances Key Legislation to Shield Homeowners and Farmers from Rampant Deer Damage

RICHMOND — In a move to safeguard property rights and support Virginia's agricultural backbone,...

House Republicans Oppose Expansion of Felony Offenses in HB 438

RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia House of Delegates passed HB 438 on February 17,...

Virginia Republicans Unanimously Passes HB433 to Strengthen Newborn Screening Protections

This landmark legislation, titled 'Newborn screening; evaluation of disorders for inclusion, process for considering other disorders,' establishes a clear and accountable process for the Department of Health to evaluate and potentially add new disorders to Virginia's newborn screening program.

Virginia Republicans Unanimously Advances Extension of Alzheimer’s Commission to Aid Families

RICHMOND - The Virginia General Assembly delivered a strong victory for families across the...

Democrats Block Student with Disabilities Diplomas

As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 428 stands as a beacon of promise for students with disabilities navigating the challenges of high school graduation. The legislation seeks to establish an alternative pathway to the standard diploma, addressing a critical gap in the current system that often leaves capable students shortchanged due to rigid assessment requirements.

Virginia House Bill HB7 Pushes for Law Enforcement Accountability Through Facial Covering Restrictions

RICHMOND, Va. – In the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia House of Delegates,...

Localities Will Have Sweeping Powers Over Affordable Housing Sales

RICHMOND, VA — The Virginia House of Delegates has taken significant steps toward empowering...

Virginia House Bill 314, Supporting Off-Grid Homeowners’ Rights Under Building Code

In a procedural move that keeps momentum alive for rural Virginians embracing self-sufficient lifestyles, House Bill 314 has been continued to the 2027 legislative session by the House General Laws Committee.

Senator Mark Peake Champions Parental Rights in Abortion Debate Amid Virginia Law Disparity

Virginia Code Section 54.1-2825 explicitly prohibits tattooing or body piercing on individuals under 18 without specific exceptions, underscoring the recognition that minors lack the maturity for permanent body alterations without parental involvement.

Virginia Senate Highlights Mental Health Risks in Late-Term Abortion Debate

Senator Luther Cifers, argued passionately that mental health exceptions create a loophole that is difficult to regulate effectively. He pointed out that it is impossible for medical professionals to predict with certainty the mental health outcomes of either proceeding with an abortion or carrying the pregnancy to term.

Pro-Life Virginians Stand Firm Against Democrat Push for Unrestricted Abortion in State Constitution

Delegate Delores Oates, took to the floor of the House of Delegates to warmly welcome the pro-life contingent from her district.

Virginia Senate Erupts in Fiery Debate Over Born-Alive Protection Amendment

Senator Emily Jordan, a Republican, passionately argued for the amendment, emphasizing crystal clear protections for what she described as fundamental rights. She pointed to multiple references in the legislation underscoring the need to provide care for infants born alive, regardless of the circumstances surrounding their birth.

Virginia Child Psychiatrist Sheila Furey Sounds Alarm on School Sexualization Bill in House Education Committee

Sheila Furey's speaking at the Virginia House of Delegates underscore ongoing battles in Virginia over what constitutes appropriate educational materials. 'Highly sexualized content in schools has led to a dramatic increase in pornographic literature and addiction among young children,' she stated emphatically

Virginia Legislators Debate Parental Rights in Minors’ Abortion Decisions Amid Mental Health Concerns

Senator Cifers pointed out the ambiguity in terms like 'mental health' that might enable procedures without the minor's family knowing. He questioned whether it is reasonable to expect physicians to accurately assess a minor's long-term mental state regarding abortion, especially when the young person might not fully grasp the consequences.

Parents Sound Alarm at Loudoun County School Board Over Virginia Bill Shielding Explicit Content in School Libraries

The code's definition of 'sexually explicit content' explicitly lists these acts, yet it appears...

Judge declares redistricting amendment invalid; Democrats proceed despite this

A Tazewell Circuit Court judge ruled on both unconstitutional grounds and statutory grounds that the General Assembly Democrats' attempt to amend the state Constitution to allow a redistricting Congressional district this year was invalid.

You can now pay 10% tax on your Fantasy Football or Baseball?

It appears that the 2026 Virginia General Assembly will try to balance the budget of the state by imposing a 10% tax on sports fantasy game players throughout the Commonwealth.

Loudoun County’s Push for Rent Caps Sparks Debate on Housing Affordability and Economic Freedom

In the affluent suburbs of Northern Virginia, where Loudoun County has long been a beacon of economic growth and opportunity, a contentious debate is unfolding over proposals to implement rent stabilization measures.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Grand Opening of New Puller Veterans Care Center in Fauquier County

Governor Glenn Youngkin today joined local, state, and federal leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the new Puller Veterans Care Center (PVCC) in Warrenton - a state-of-the-art facility built to serve Virginia veterans in need of long-term care, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation care in Northern Virginia and throughout the Commonwealth. 

Democrats Tim Kaine and Mark Warner broke America’s Healthcare System. Republicans are fixing it

The "Unaffordable Healthcare Act" was passed long before Democrats caused the most severe cost-of-living crises in the past half century. Their central planning effort, which accounted for 20% of the U.S. Economy resulted into a government-dominated Healthcare that is unaffordable, and unsustainable. They are now demanding that Republicans extend their COVID era, fraud ridden Obamacare subsidy extension.

Reclassifying marijuana places corporate greed before public safety

Federal regulators, in their rush to modernize the federal Drug Policy are about to...

Cory Mills introduces a bill to reduce the pay of Congressmen to $1 per day during shutdown

Cory Mills, a Republican from Florida, introduced a bill that would reduce the pay of congressional to $1 on the first day of any government shutdown. This is part of a spate of bills intended to prevent a prolonged funding lapse.

Bill to repeal Virginia’s Right-to-Work law

The Center Square - A new Virginia would repeal the Right-to-Work law. This...

Spanberger Avoids Debate Questions

Abigail Spanberger, the Virginia gubernatorial nominee, dodged reporters' difficult questions on hot topics for an entire year. She refused to provide Virginians with answers despite being given multiple chances to do so during a debate.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Executive Order to Strengthen Oversight of Virginia’s Nursing Homes

Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed Executive Order 52, launching a series of initiatives to strengthen oversight of nursing homes in Virginia, ensuring that nursing homes meet the highest standards for safety, quality, and transparency. 

Electricity Rates to Increase in Virginia By Sept. 1 due to democrat Legislation

State Corporation Commission approved Friday two separate rate increases for Dominion Energy Virginia. One was caused by Virginia Clean Economy Act and the other by regional transmission services. The combined effect is a residential bill of 1,000 kilowatt hours that will cost more than $5.

Ghazala Hahmi is a radical on abortion and gun control

hazala Hahmi is the Democratic nominee for Virginia's Lieutenant Governor. Hashmi has developed a record of social policies that are more appropriate for San Francisco or New York City, than the Commonwealth she is seeking to represent.

Climate Activist running for Virginia Delegate Seat could lead to power blackouts

If John McAuliff wins the Virginia House of Delegates District 30 race in November, Virginians can expect their energy bills to rise and the power to go out.

Virginia’s Elections are about who can make the state safer and more affordable

Virginia's gubernatorial race and the Attorney General race are shaping up as a referendum over two key issues: affordability and public safety.

VIRGINIA AG RACE: Jay Jones, Corporate Defender and Public Pretender

Virginia Democrat Attorney-General candidate Jay Jones portrays himself as a defender for the working poor. But his career and political background tell a very different story. He is a lawyer and politician who has consistently put corporate giants before the individual or the underprivileged.

The ‘No tax dollars for riots’ act targets nonprofits that organize illegal riots

The President has indicated his support for a bill that would target nonprofit organizations who are involved in organizing riots, by stripping them of their tax-exempt status. This would make these groups ineligible to receive federal funding.

Glenn Youngkin Blocked Gun Grabbers 54 Times, But He Won’t Always Be Around

Dem. Abigail Spanberger, the candidate for Governor's office, has stated that she will support every gun control policy proposed by Gov. Youngkin has been fighting against.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bill to Prosecute Fentanyl Dealers for Overdose Deaths

Bill Makes a New Crime to Distribute a Controlled Substance Containing Fentanyl that Results...
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