Where does the General Assembly meet?

By |2023-11-13T10:46:07-05:00November 1, 2023|Categories: |

House and Senate meetings typically occur in the General Assembly Building and Capitol Building extension. Daily floor sessions are held in the respective chambers on the second floor of the Capitol Building. The General Assembly Building is located at 201 North 9th Street Richmond, VA, 23219 and is open [...]

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What is Virginia’s General Assembly?

By |2023-11-01T14:24:10-04:00November 1, 2023|Categories: |

Virginia’s General Assembly is the legislative body of the state. The General Assembly's responsibilities include reviewing and passing or rejecting bills and laws, approving the state budget, levying taxes, and confirming appointments by the Governor. The General Assembly is a bicameral legislature, and consists of elected officials from the [...]

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What should I do after my meeting?

By |2023-11-01T14:23:13-04:00November 1, 2023|Categories: |

After you meet with your legislator, follow up with an email, letter, or even a card thanking your legislator for their time. You should stay in contact with your legislator by sending a thank you for positive action, a gentle reminder for neutral action, and a friendly (as possible) show [...]

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What do I say during my meeting?

By |2023-11-01T14:23:20-04:00November 1, 2023|Categories: |

These meetings are brief, so you should narrow your argument down to a few key points . If you have multiple people attending, make sure everyone has a role during the meeting. During the meeting, focus on tying your particular issue to a story and real individuals in your [...]

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How do I meet with my legislator?

By |2023-11-13T10:51:31-05:00November 1, 2023|Categories: |

Before, during, or after the legislative session, you can find the phone numbers, emails, and office addresses for your Senator HERE and your Delegate HERE. Using this information, you can schedule a meeting with your legislator. During Session, it is often quicker to call your legislator’s Capitol office number [...]

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