Senator Saddam Salim · [email protected]

March 26, 2025 at 8:30 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - Vetoes, amendments, and six bills signed into law

Next week I will return to Richmond for a Reconvened Session to vote on the governor's actions.   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…

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March 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - Early spring events in our community

Join me at one of these events coming up soon!   Good morning,With springtime finally arrived, I wanted to invite you to put several events on your calendar for the coming weeks: I announced last week my Second Annual Eid Celebration Dinner on April 6th, 2025 at 6 PM, in the City of Fairfax. This s…

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February 21, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - Sine Die!

Updates from the Virginia Senate Good morning, Believe it or not, the end of the 2025 legislative session is already here! Tomorrow, we will adjourn sine die, which means that the 2025 regular legislative session will be over. However, that does not mean our work is over for the year. Later this spr…

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February 14, 2025 at 6:54 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - One Week to Go!

Updates from the Virginia Senate  Good afternoon, Happy Valentine's Day! Valentine’s Day is one of the most exciting days during the legislative session, with Senators, Delegates, staff, and pages exchanging candy and flowers, and offices decorated with hearts, flowers, and garland. Today also marks…

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February 4, 2025 at 6:20 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Sen. Salim Statement on Tysons Casino Vote

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 2025Contact: [email protected]. Salim Statement on Tysons Casino Vote RICHMOND, VA -- Senator Saddam Azlan Salim, State Senator for District 37, which includes Tysons, released the following statement regarding SB982, a bill that could authorize a casino in…

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January 31, 2025 at 6:51 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - Crossover Update

Updates from the Virginia Senate  Good afternoon, Greetings from week three of the Legislative Session in Richmond! We are rapidly approaching crossover next week, so my schedule has been busier as we rush to finish hearing all bills. Here are a few updates on where things stand right now:My Legisla…

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January 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - Friday Update

Updates from the Virginia Senate  Good afternoon,During session, my office will be providing full updates bi-weekly, but I wanted to share a few quick things with you before we leave for the week. Constitutional AmendmentsThis week, the Senate followed the House in passing the three key constitution…

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January 17, 2025 at 6:32 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight - The Start of Session

Updates from the Virginia Senate  Good afternoon,Hello from Richmond! After a few days of delay due to the Richmond water crisis, the 2025 legislative session is up and running, and I wanted to share with you my legislative agenda for the year.The following list of legislation contains some of the h…

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January 4, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Last Call!

Join Sen. Salim Today in Fairfax CityLast Call! Join Senator Salim at his Richmond Sendoff this Afternoon. Join Sen. Salim at his Annual Richmond Sendoff at MacKenzie's Tunes and Tonics in Fairfax City Today, Saturday, January 4th, at 3:30PM. Learn more by clicking below. Learn More & RSVP   P…

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December 31, 2024 at 10:25 PM

New Years Message

Happy 2025!Good evening, As we prepare to welcome a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past twelve months and extend my warmest wishes for a Happy New Year. This past year marked my first in office, and while it brought its share of challenges, we also made significant strides towar…

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December 26, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Canvass with me for Kannan and JJ!

Save the Blue Wall in the General Assembly!  HELP US KEEP THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY BLUE!  In just a few short days, there will be a special election in Senate District 32 to replace Congressman-elect Subramanyam, and far-right Republicans think they have a prime opportunity to pick up this seat. If the…

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December 17, 2024 at 9:23 PM

December Senate Spotlight

Updates from the Virginia Senate  Good afternoon!I hope you are enjoying the holiday season and are staying safe. My office has been hard at work over the past month making final preparations for session and narrowing down our list of bills for 2025. I wanted to provide you with a few quick updates …

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December 10, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Stop a Total Republican Takeover of Virginia

Save the Blue Wall in the State Senate  STOP A TOTAL MAGA TAKEOVER OF VIRGINIA - SAVE THE SENATE!   This is State Senator Saddam Azlan Salim and we urgently need your help:   Donald Trump came shockingly close to winning Virginia, and now Republicans believe they have a prime opportunity to take ov…

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December 3, 2024 at 11:26 PM

INVITE - Join Sen. Salim and Del. Seibold for a Pre-Session Townhall

Vienna Townhall on Dec 4 YOU'RE INVITED  Vienna Townhall with Senator Saddam Salim and Delegate Holly Seibold  Tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 • 5:15PM • Patrick Henry Library  RSVP HERE  Paid for and Authorized by Friends of Saddam Azlan Salim Office of Senator SalimP.0. Box 249Merrifield, …

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  The Office of Senator Salim · [email protected]

November 8, 2024 at 8:51 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight

Email from Salim for State Senate Nov Edition Friends, Here are the latest updates from my office: On the 2024 Election Results On Wednesday, I released the following statement regarding Tuesday's national election results: “Yesterday’s national results were…

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November 6, 2024 at 11:52 PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Senator Saddam Salim Statement on 2024 Election Results

Email from Salim for State Senate Keep Virginia Blue. Yesterday’s national results were not what many of us had hoped for. Yet, we must continue pressing forward. When I announced my campaign for State Senate last year, I committed to fighting for Virginia’s future—and t…

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November 2, 2024 at 1:44 PM

VOTE TODAY

Email from Salim for State Senate Last day to vote early Dear Friends,  Today is the last day of early voting in Virginia! Make your voice heard — click below for more details of how you can vote early. ➡️ ➡️  VOTING INFO  ⬅️ ⬅️ Want…

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  The Office of Senator Salim · [email protected]

October 7, 2024 at 10:08 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight

Email from Salim for State Senate Sep/Oct Edition Friends, As we head into fall, I wanted to provide you with an update of some of my office’s activities. Hurricane Helene Over the past two weeks, we have witnessed devastation across the Southeast caused by Hu…

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August 21, 2024 at 12:07 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight

August Edition Friends, As summer draws towards a close, I wanted to provide you with an update of some of my office’s activities. Next Session Believe it or not, we are already staring preparations for next year's session. If you have an idea for any legislation…

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July 3, 2024 at 3:06 PM

March with me tomorrow. 🎆

Fairfax City 4th of July Parade Dear Friends,  Before you start your 4th of July festivities tomorrow, I hope you can join myself, Sen. Tim Kaine, and other Democrats for the City of Fairfax 4th of July Parade at 9:30AM. I am looking for volunteers to march with m…

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June 18, 2024 at 7:40 PM

Join me this weekend ☀️

Start the summer in Sully with Senator Salim! Dear Friends, As the weather gets warmer, we are getting closer to my event Summer in Sully in support of my mission for Virginia's future that is happening this weekend! Join me for an evening of conversation, refre…

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June 7, 2024 at 3:35 PM

Almost summer... ☀️

Start the summer in Sully with Senator Salim! Dear Friends, Two weeks from today is June 21st, the first full day of summer. Just two days later, you can kick off the summer with my event Summer in Sully in support of my mission for Virginia's future! Join me f…

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May 22, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

We have a Budget! Friends, As the summer begins, I want to give you an update now that the special session is in the rearview mirror. Budget & Special Session Update Virginia finally has a budget! While the budget does not include everything the General asse…

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May 2, 2024 at 7:14 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

May 2024 Edition Friends, As the dust clears on Governor Youngkin’s record number of vetoes, Virginia still does not have a budget. Two weeks ago, the General Assembly went back to Richmond for the annual reconvened session. During the session, we reviewed the Gov…

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April 20, 2024 at 2:47 PM

It's not too late... 🌙

Join me for for Eid TONIGHT! Dear Friends, TONIGHT at 6pm is my first annual Eid celebration, and it is not too late to join me! It will be a night to remember with lots of great food and friends. I hope that I will see you there. Please purchase tickets at salim…

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April 16, 2024 at 7:54 PM

Back to Richmond 🛣️

... but I will see you on Saturday! Dear Friends and Constituents, I am heading back down to Richmond for tomorrow's reconvened session, where we will go over the Governor's unprecedented number of budget amendments and vetoes. We have a lot of work to do, …

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April 4, 2024 at 8:34 PM

Join me for Eid! 🌙

April 20th, 2024 - Fairfax, VA Dear Friends and Constituents, As we approach the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, I extend my warmest greetings to you and your loved ones. Within the Muslim community, Eid is a time of reflection, gratitude, and unity, and this year…

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March 26, 2024 at 9:35 PM

Sen. Salim Statement on Veto of SB327 and SB338

Governor Youngkin Vetos Common Sense Gun Safety Measures Sen. Salim Statement on Veto of SB327 and SB338 March 26, 2024 Today, Governor Youngkin decided to veto my bills SB327 and SB338, along with many other critical pieces of legislation aimed at addressing gun …

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March 25, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

The Budget & Eid Event Friends, It has been a few weeks since the session has come to a close, but things have still been busy! Sen. Salim’s Eid Celebration Dinner Muslims all over the world observe the holy month of Ramadan, and by its end, they celebrate a…

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March 1, 2024 at 7:32 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

🏁 Almost to the Finish Line! 🏁 Dear Friends and Constituents, Today marks one week until the end of the 2024 session. I want to thank all of you for all your help and words of encouragement. Right now, we are on track to pass nine bills out of the Senate and the H…

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February 14, 2024 at 8:58 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

Crossover Dear Friends and Constituents, Yesterday was crossover here in the General Assembly, the date by which all bills originating in the Senate or House must be passed by their respective body. The past week has been very busy, but I am excited to report that…

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February 9, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Short Update Before Crossover

Full Newsletter Coming Soon Dear Friends and Constituents, We are just a few days away from crossover, the deadline by which all bills originating in the Senate or House must be passed by their respective bodies. This means things are moving very fast here in the …

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January 26, 2024 at 7:55 PM

Senator Salim's Senate Spotlight 🔦

Legislative Update Dear Friends and Constituents, As we conclude week three of the legislative session, I am pleased to bring you the latest updates on the significant developments and decisions made during this time. First and foremost, I am excited to unveil the…

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January 12, 2024 at 7:31 PM

My First Newsletter

The Beginning of the 2024 Legislative Session Friends and Constituents, On Wednesday, I was proud to be sworn in to serve the Commonwealth of Virginia. I look forward to the next four years of service to the people of Virginia's 37th State Senate District. …

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January 6, 2024 at 6:58 PM

Last chance to join me before Richmond

Senator Salim's Richmond Sendoff 🚙 Friends, Just a reminder that I'll be hosting my first annual Senator Salim’s Richmond Sendoff tonight at 6 pm! Join me and my team at Clare and Don’s in Falls Church. I can't wait to see you there. Sinc…

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January 3, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Join us tonight!

Pre-Session Town Hall Friends, Please join us tonight for a Virtual Town Hall with Delegate-Elect Karen Keys Gamarra and Delegate Holly Seibold at 6pm. To join us, please REGISTER.   I'll be hosting my first, Senator Salim’s Richmond Sen…

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January 1, 2024 at 1:41 AM

Happy New Year!

Final thoughts Friends, As we close out 2023, I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year! What an incredible year it has been! Through your support and contributions, we made the impossible possible. I'm incredibly proud to be part of the incoming 2024 Sen…

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December 24, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Season's Greetings!

2023 Virtual Holiday Card Friends, This holiday season, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your support over this past year. I eagerly await taking office next year and working tirelessly for our community's betterment. Wishing you and your loved one…

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December 14, 2023 at 4:11 PM

It's not too late...

McLean VAAPIC Fundraiser Friend, Tomorrow in McLean, the Virginia Asian American and Pacific Islander Caucus will be holding a fundraiser with New York Times bestselling author Angie Kim. It's not too late to get tickets, and I would love to see you there. This w…

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December 9, 2023 at 5:54 PM

Important event

McLean VAAPIC Fundraiser Friends, This coming Friday in McLean, the Virginia Asian American and Pacific Islander Caucus will be holding a fundraiser with New York Times bestselling author Angie Kim. As an incoming member of VAAPIC, I know how important it is to …

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November 30, 2023 at 10:22 PM

Today is my birthday!! 🎂

(and we are getting ready for 2024!) Hello, It’s Gillie, Senator-elect Salim’s field director and one of his incoming legislative staffers, and today is my 30th birthday! More importantly, we have been working to ensure we are ready for the 2024 session. I'…

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November 29, 2023 at 10:13 PM

Join me and Delegate Seibold

Vienna Townhall Friends, Please join me and Delegate Holly Seibold in Vienna this Saturday, December 2nd, at 9AM in the Patrick Henry Library (101 Maple Ave E, Vienna) for a joint pre-session town hall. You can RSVP here: bit.ly/sessiontownhall. …

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November 8, 2023 at 12:26 PM

Saddam Salim Elected Your State Senator

Victory! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tonight, Saddam Salim was elected as the Democratic Senator for Virginia Senate District 37, which includes Fairfax, Vienna, Oakton, Falls Church, Tysons and Pimmit Hill. Saddam will be the first Bangladeshi-American State Senator …

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November 5, 2023 at 7:27 PM

Help Us Cover Polls on Election Day

We need YOU Dear Friends, Election Day is just *TWO* days away and we need your help to talk to voters at every poll. Why does this matter so much? Not every Democrat on the ballot has a D next to their name - that's why we need poll greeters to help u…

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November 3, 2023 at 7:26 PM

Last Call: GOTV weekend plans

Plus Election Night party & more Dear Friends, This is our last call: help us talk to voters about voting for Democrats this final weekend! Here are some ways to take action: Help us knock doors and lit drop for Democrats: Saturday 11/4 from 11-1…

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November 2, 2023 at 5:30 PM

From GOTV to Election Night

You're invited Dear Friends, Come watch the results come in with us on Election Night! You're invited to join us at a special Election Night Party at the Tyson's Hilton. We'll have some refreshments and election results available as they come in. SIGN …

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November 1, 2023 at 7:03 PM

ONE WEEK LEFT

we need your help Dear Friends, In one week from today, the election will be over and the results will be in. Don't spend next Wednesday filled with regret that you didn't do enough to elect our Democratic team here in Fairfax. Below we've listed several…

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October 26, 2023 at 7:41 PM

12 days to go

we need your help Dear Friends, Today is the last fundraising deadline before our election. We can’t afford to be outraised by the Republican in our race again. Please chip in if you can, even if it is only a few dollars. We need to show we have grassroots support and …

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October 25, 2023 at 8:30 PM

today is my birthday 🎂

and I want just one thing… Hello, It’s Liam, Saddam Salim’s deputy campaign manager, and today is my birthday! But something even more important is happening tomorrow. Tomorrow at midnight is our last filing deadline of the campaign!! It’s so important that we show st…

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October 23, 2023 at 9:52 PM

📣Help in the home stretch

Volunteer opportunities and more! Dear Friends, We've only got 16 days left until Election Day! The time is NOW to come out and help elect Democrats! We have so many ways you can help us this week get the word out about the amazing candidates up and down the ballot: …

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