Feb. 26, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Target PBM Reforms in Bipartisan Push
Lawmakers aim to require pharmacy benefit managers to pass along rebates to lower drug costs for consumers.
Feb. 25, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Push for Medicaid Funds Bill to Aid Schools
Bill would establish Medicaid navigator positions and require training to help school districts maximize Medicaid reimbursements.
Feb. 24, 2026
Virginia Passes Rideshare Background Check Expansion Bill
Legislation aims to standardize screening process across transportation apps
Feb. 24, 2026
Virginia Poised to Legalize Online Gambling After Last-Minute Legislative Push
Both the Virginia House and Senate passed bills to legalize internet gaming, which could generate hundreds of millions in tax revenue annually.
Feb. 23, 2026
Virginia Considers Permit Requirement for Hunting with Dogs
Proposed legislation aims to address long-standing conflicts between hunters and landowners
Feb. 23, 2026
Virginia Bill Aims to Create Coastal Policy Committee Amid Rising Sea Levels
The proposed legislation would establish a Habitat Policy Oversight Committee to advise on habitat, wetlands and coastal resilience policies.
Feb. 23, 2026
Education, Marijuana, and Gun Bills Head to Virginia Senate
Crossover deadline passes, setting stage for further legislative action
Feb. 23, 2026
Virginia Democrats Propose Ending Data Center Tax Exemption
Senate budget would scrap tax cuts from former GOP governor's proposal
Feb. 23, 2026
Virginia Democrats Propose Ending Data Center Tax Exemption
Senate budget would end $1.6 billion tax break, while House version keeps it
Feb. 21, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Advance 'Ghost Gun' Legislation
Bills target possession, manufacture, and import of unserialized firearms
Feb. 18, 2026
Virginia House Approves Bill to Expand Paid Sick Leave
New legislation would require most private and public employers to provide paid sick time for illness, family care, and safety needs.
Feb. 18, 2026
Virginia Governor Pledges to Sign Minimum Wage Hike
Legislation would raise state's minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2028.
Feb. 18, 2026
Virginia Proposes Expanding Court of Appeals to 21 Judges
Senate Bill 793 aims to address increased caseload and delays at the state's appellate court.
Feb. 17, 2026
Virginia House Passes Bill Mandating Paid Sick Leave
Legislation would require employers to provide one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours worked.
Feb. 17, 2026
Virginia House Democrats Pass Paid Sick Leave, Prescription Drug Affordability Bills
New legislation aims to cap prescription drug costs and require employers to provide paid sick time off.
Feb. 14, 2026
Virginia Senator Opposes Bills Threatening VMI Independence
Lawmaker says proposed legislation would undermine one of the state's most respected institutions.
Feb. 13, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Push to Remove Confederate Symbols from State
Bills aim to strip tax exemptions from Confederate groups and eliminate state song with slavery references
Feb. 12, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Advance Bills to Address Confederate Symbols
Measures aim to remove Confederate statues, tax exemptions, and license plates in the state
Feb. 10, 2026
Virginia Lawmakers Propose Raising General Assembly Salaries for First Time in 40 Years
Senator seeks to increase pay from $18,000 to $55,000 annually, drawing criticism over taxpayer costs.
Feb. 10, 2026
Virginia House Passes Slate of Renter Protections
New bills aim to prevent evictions and support military members and low-income tenants
