Boysko Bulletin: Your Voice Matters More Than Ever
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Dear Friend,
You can vote now for the November 4 election. I urge you to do your research, select the candidate that you most align with, and use your voice by casting your ballot. The differences between the candidates are profound. Every year, there are some elections decided by just a handful of votes. You may recall that in my first race, I lost by only 32 votes. Your participation matters. I have already voted and am supporting the candidates Abigail Spanberger for Governor, Ghazala Hashmi for Lt. Governor, Jay Jones for Attorney General, and my delegate Irene Shin to represent me in the House of Delegates.
I’ve been working hard to prepare for the 2026 General Assembly Session, with more than 20 bills being drafted and several more in the works. My legislative slate so far includes healthcare workforce bills, screening for a rare disease at birth, and protections in assisted living facilities, employment benefits, closing the wage gap, criminal justice reforms to protect children and people with disabilities, public safety, reproductive freedom, antibullying protection in private schools, and protections for renters (half of all housing in Virginia).
Meanwhile, I continue to push against the harmful and often cruel actions of our current federal administration. With all the talk about who is responsible for this federal government shutdown, it’s important to remember what’s at stake here: thousands of dollars in healthcare benefits for those who need it most are at risk, and Republicans would rather shut the government down than provide for Americans who desperately need access to affordable healthcare.
It is heartbreaking that we continue to see violence against people practicing their religion. Violence creates fear and division; it does not persuade or even inform or solve problems. We can disagree without dehumanizing each other. We can protest without violence. We can pass laws that keep guns out of the hands of people who are not legally allowed to have a gun or are suffering a mental health crisis. I will continue to fight for peace and a welcoming, diverse community.
Kindest regards, |
Jennifer B. Boysko Member, Senate of Virginia Representing the newly created 38th Senate District making up the northernmost portions of Fairfax County (Great Falls, Herndon, McLean, Reston, WolfTrap, parts of unincorporated Vienna and a slice of Falls Church)
PS If you would like to support my work, please visit my fundraising page. Photo Gallery |
Senator Boysko awarded commendations at a September Town Hall, along with Delegate Reid and Senator Srinivasan. Pictured above, top to bottom, Ashley Palmer of Supervisor Briskman's Office, Dr. Goodfriend, Delegate Reid, Senator Boysko, Senator Srinivasin , and Supervisor Glass; Loudoun Medical Reserve Corp with Dr. Goodfriend, Director of the Loudoun Health Department; Pastor Michelle Thomas on behalf of the Loudoun NAACP; the family of the late Muhammed Jafar Imam; Josh Thiel; Rizwan Jaka on behalf of Town of Leesburg former Police Chief Brown; Ashley Palmer from Supervisor Briskman's office picked up for Karen Ramos
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Campaigning for Representative Walkinshaw and candidate for Governor Spanberger |
Senator volunteering on special election day September 9th |
With Illinois Governor JB Pritzker supporting the fight for Reproductive Freedom in Virginia, with Tara Gibson's Roe Your Vote |
For over 50 years, Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) has been a gathering space for contemporary art, artists, and the community. A Reston, VA-based non-profit, Tephra ICA exhibits emerging and established local, national, and international artists. |
September 19th Spanberger Early Voting Event (candidates shown include Rep Spanberger, candidate for Governor; Senator Hashmi, candidate for Lt. Governor; Delegate Karen Key'Gamarra) |
Canvassing with DNC Chair Ken Martin |
At the Food and Resource Rally at the Cornerstones FREE from Hunger Center |
Speaking at the Shouse Village Community Center, with Supervisor Bierman and Delegate Sullivan |
Legislative Updates
Work continues on building my 2026 legislative slate. I’ve been meeting with advocates in Richmond and in my district office and virtually. Please reach out to me by email at [email protected] if you would like to discuss legislation. November 4 General Election
Offices on the ballot for November 4th include Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Virginia House of Delegates, and Local Offices (not in Fairfax County this year). You can vote early in person or by mail. Early Voting Now Thru November 1 Fairfax County Government Center Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturdays (Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 1): 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 26): 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. OPEN Monday, October 13 (Columbus Day): 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. North County Governmental Center
Monday – Friday: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Saturdays (Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 1): 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sundays (Oct. 26): 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. OPEN Monday, October 13 (Columbus Day): 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
For more locations and hours for voting, including expanded early voting starting October 23, check out the Fairfax County Office of Elections website. Expanded locations in District 38 include the Great Falls Library, the Herndon Fortnightly Library and the McLean Governmental Center. |
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- Addiction Recovery
- Know Your Rights - Resources for Immigrants
Opportunities Affordable Housing Waitlist Open October 6 through October 12
Check back on October 6, 2025 at 8 am. when you can apply to join the waitlist for select affordable properties. View the informational flyer and learn more on the Fairfax County website.
Indigo at McLean Station at 1750 Old Meadow Road, McLean, VA 22102, two-bedroom units (8 Project Based Vouchers units) Fairfax Crest at 12020 and 12040 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22030, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom units. (14 Project Based Vouchers units) Enjoy Our Beautiful Parks and Recreation Facilities
Our Fairfax County parks and recreation facilities remain open during the federal government shutdown. This is the perfect time to get outside and go for a walk or bike ride. Check out the Park Authority website. There are over 334 miles of trails in the County park system alone. You can search for a trail with Trail Buddy. We also have access to parks via NOVA Parks. And Virginia has 43 state parks with thousands of campsites, hundreds of cabins, more than 700 miles of trails and convenient access to Virginia's major waterways. You’ll find beaches, picnic shelters, lodges, meeting facilities, festivals, concerts, nature programs, and cultural events.
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Thursdays, May - October, 8 - noon/Herndon Farmers Market at 765 Lynn St. in Herndon Fridays, May - October, 8 am - noon/McLean Farmers Market at 1659 Chain Bridge Rd in McLean Saturdays, April 26 - November 22, 8 am - noon/Reston Farm Market at 1609 Washington Plaza N in Reston
Saturdays, Now - November 22, 8 am - noon/Reston Farm Market at 1609 Washington Plaza N in Reston
Saturday - Sunday, October 4–5/Celebration of the Arts, presented with Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA) and Capital One Center, multi-block celebration of the arts—featuring interactive installations, hands-on workshops, live music, and culinary experiences for every generation at the Capital One Center. Free. We welcome notices about events that are free or very low cost. |
Keep in Touch
I am back in District 38 with my Chief of Staff Karen Harrison, and aides, Kathy Shupe, Juliet Morro and Aditi Goel. For constituent services and to schedule meetings with your community group, please call (703) 437-0086 or email Senator [email protected]. Friend me on Facebook and follow me on X.
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