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Good morning,
I wanted to update you on the actions taken this week by the Governor on the legislation we passed in the 2025 session of the Senate of Virginia.
Six of my bills were signed by the Governor and will now become law:
* SB 920 [[link removed]] Defines throat cancer for Workers Comp.
* SB 939 [[link removed]] Increased penalty for mail theft.
* SB 1011 [[link removed]] Adds Falls Church to Affordable Dwelling Unit Program
* SB 1166 [[link removed]] Labeling of invasive plants for sale
* SB 1169 [[link removed]] Reduced regulatory burdens for the Marine Resources Commission.
* SB 1406 [[link removed]] Improved communication between the Children’s Ombudsman and foster youth.
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Four of my bills were vetoed:
* SB 848 [[link removed]] Age restriction for purchase of firearms
* SB 891 [[link removed]] Waiting periods for firearm purchases
* SB 919 [[link removed]] Protections for public transit employees
* SB 1009 [[link removed]] Expands Ranked Choice Voting Pilot
It is unfortunate these bills that would have made Virginia safer and more fair will not become law. It is too soon to say whether I might reintroduce these bills or similar legislation next year, but I will certainly continue to advocate for gun violence prevention, worker's rights, and a better democracy for all Virginians.
1 of my bills was amended:
* SB 1165 [[link removed]] Solar Power & VA Public Procurement Act
I received this amendment yesterday and am in the process of reviewing what it would accomplish, as it substantially changes the text of the bill. I look forward to informing you of the final vote on this bill next week.
The Senate will reconvene on April 2nd in Richmond to vote on the Governor's amendments as well as his vetoes. Amendments usually require the same majority to pass as regular legislation, but to overturn a veto requires a 2/3rds majority. In addition to my own bills, the list of vetoes includes many bills I voted for because I believe they are good for Virginia, like the Prescription Drug Affordability Board and a scheduled increase to the minimum wage. I look forward to having a robust debate about these policies next week.
The following weekend is my Second Annual Eid Celebration Dinner on April 6th, 2025 at 6 PM , in the City of Fairfax . [[link removed]] If you haven't already reserved a ticket I hope you will consider joining us for this special evening of community togetherness.
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After spending most of the winter in Richmond for the legislative session I look forward to seeing many of you for the first time this year and hearing about events, opportunities, and challenges in our area.
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I joined my colleague Delegate Josh Thomas and the Dulles Area Dems for breakfast Monday morning at Immy's Old Town Tavern.
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My Chief of Staff Aeshah Sheikh joined Delegate Holly Seibold at the opening of Citibank's new branch in Vienna.
Trump Watch:
I continue to hear from constituents impacted by the cuts to the federal workforce. While many have been able to return to work after judicial interventions, many have not, and many more are worried about what will come next. In addition to the resources linked below I hope you will reach out to my office at [email protected] [[email protected]] if you are dealing with these or other challenges and are in need of information or assistance.
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I look forward to updating you soon on the outcome of next week's Reconvened Session. As always it is an honor to continue to represent you.
Sincerely,
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Senator Saddam Azlan Salim
Virginia Senate District 37
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