Dear Jack,
With the General Assembly set to convene on January 14, our office is preparing for the start of the legislative session. This marks the beginning of an important period of work focused on advancing priorities that matter to our communities. We are eager to get started and appreciate your continued engagement as the session gets underway. |
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Loudoun Delegation Pre-Session Public Hearing |
Thank you to everyone who attended the Loudoun Delegation’s pre-session public hearing. I deeply appreciated the opportunity to hear directly from community members about the issues that matter most to them. From regulating data centers, to protecting workers’ rights, to expanding public transportation, your input helps guide our priorities as we head into the legislative session. I am grateful to all who took the time to share their perspectives and look forward to carrying these conversations with me as the General Assembly convenes
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Share Your Legislative Priorities |
If you were unable to attend the Loudoun Delegation’s Pre-Session Public Hearing, or if you have additional thoughts you’d like to share, we encourage you to complete the issue priority survey below. Your feedback helps inform my |
How the General Assembly Session Works |
I have officially filed my first bills for this session, and you can take a look at them anytime here. Many constituents have questions about how the legislative process works in Virginia. Below is a brief overview of what to expect during the session and how a bill moves from introduction to becoming law. |
- A bill is introduced
A Delegate or Senator files a bill at the start of the legislative session - The bill is assigned to a committee and subcommittee
Each bill is referred to a committee based on its subject matter and is first heard in a subcommittee. This is where legislators receive public testimony, ask questions, and discuss the proposal in detail. - Committee consideration and votes
If a bill advances out of subcommittee, it is considered by the full committee. Committees debate the bill and vote on whether it should move forward. Bills with a fiscal impact may also be reviewed by an appropriations or finance committee. - Floor action in the first chamber
Bills that pass committee are debated and voted on by the full House or Senate. This is where all members of the chamber have the opportunity to weigh in. - Crossover to the second chamber
About halfway through the session, bills that pass one chamber “cross over” to the other chamber, where they go through the same committee and floor process. -
Resolving differences
If the House and Senate pass different versions of a bill, the chambers work together, often through a conference committee, to resolve any differences. - Governor’s review
Once both chambers pass the same version, the bill is sent to the Governor, who may sign it into law, propose amendments, or veto it. The General Assembly may override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate.
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Governor-Elect Spanberger Appointee Updates |
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Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs |
Retired U.S. Army Major General Timothy P. Williams |
Retired U.S. Army Major General Timothy P. Williams brings nearly 38 years of military service to his role as Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs. He previously served for nine years as Adjutant General of Virginia under three governors, overseeing the Virginia Department of Military Affairs and leading the Virginia Army National Guard, Air National Guard, and Virginia Defense Force through major operational periods, including Virginia’s COVID-19 response and large-scale federal deployments. Since retiring in 2023, he has advised the Chief of the National Guard Bureau on intergovernmental affairs. A lifelong Virginian, Major General Williams brings deep experience supporting service members, veterans, and military families across the Commonwealth.
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Delegate Mark D. Sickles is wrapping up his 22nd year in Virginia’s House of Delegates, representing part of South Fairfax County, and brings extensive bipartisan experience in finance and policy to his role as Secretary of Finance. He currently chairs the Health and Human Resources Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee and serves on several key commissions. Throughout his career, Delegate Sickles has advanced major healthcare initiatives, overseen budget negotiations, championed investment in libraries, bioscience, and endangered species protection, and has been a leader on election reforms and the pending constitutional amendment protecting marriage equality for LGBTQ Virginians.
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The Honorable Jessica K. Looman |
Jessica K. Looman brings extensive experience in labor standards enforcement and workforce development to Virginia. She previously led the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, protecting millions of workers nationwide, and served in senior roles in Minnesota government and labor organizations. A 30-year member of LIUNA, Ms. Looman is committed to building an economy that creates good jobs and values every Virginian who works hard. |
Dr. Jeffery O. Smith brings over 32 years of experience in public education to his role as Secretary of Education. He has served as superintendent in Hampton City Schools and the Town of West Point, as well as assistant superintendent in multiple school divisions, leading record improvements in graduation rates, accreditation, and dual enrollment programs. Currently, he is Executive Director and CEO of the Virginia Air and Space Science Center and continues over 40 years of pastoral leadership. Dr. Smith has been recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for his dedication to educational equity and student achievement.
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Navigating state agencies can be confusing and difficult at times. As the delegate for House District 27, I can help you communicate with state agencies such as the Virginia Employment Commission, Departments of Taxation, Social Services, Transportation and more! I can also submit inquiries with those agencies on your behalf. There are limits to what I can do, however. For example, I am unable to expedite cases or force state agencies to favor your inquiry, provide legal advice or recommend a specific attorney, intervene with judicial issues, overturn decisions, or be involved with matters between private businesses.
Whether you require my office’s assistance, want to bring an issue to my attention or invite me to a community event, please reach out here: https://atoosareaser.com/help/.
Alongside constituent services, I can submit drafts for commending and memorial resolutions. If you know of a person or organization in the district that deserves special recognition, please submit a request here: resolution request form. |
If you are happy with the work I am doing, please consider donating to my campaign for re-election using the button below. |
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