
House passes police reform bill
The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020 (H.R. 7120) passed the House of Representatives today.

The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020 (H.R. 7120) passed the House of Representatives today.

Congresswoman Elaine Luria announced her support of historic policing reform legislation that will ensure we build trust between law enforcement and our communities, hold police accountable, and enhance public safety.

Attorney General Mark Herring today joined a multistate coalition filing the third lawsuit stemming from an ongoing antitrust investigation into a widespread conspiracy by generic drug manufacturers.

Congressman A. Donald McEachin today announced his co-sponsorship and support of the Justice in Policing Act.

U.S. Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine have joined Sens. Cory Booker, Kamala Harris and 31 Senate colleagues in introducing sweeping police reform legislation.

Attorney General Mark Herring today is urging Congress to block the Trump administration’s attempts to cut vital food assistance for millions of Americans.

Virginia legislators are calling on the country’s top online marketplaces to crack down on price gouging amidst the novel coronavirus outbreak.

Bills are currently being considered in the House and Senate that would abolish the death penalty, both for future prosecutions and for the three men still on death row.

Attorney General Mark Herring filed a lawsuit Thursday seeking to block the Trump administration’s new rule that would eliminate Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for nearly 700,000 Americans.

The Virginia General Assembly voted Wednesday to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, becoming the 38th state to do so.
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