Governor Abigail Spanberger is putting her signature on some of the most high-profile issues of this legislative session - signing some bills into law while rejecting others.
Governor Spanberger issued all flags to be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the state in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Gov. Spanberger’s Office announced Tuesday that Gov. Spanberger signed legislation to help law enforcement officers keep students, faculty and staff safe on college and university campuses on UVA grounds.
Governor Spanberger announced Virginia’s entry in the U.S. Climate Alliance, a bipartisan coalition of 24 states focused on responding to the dangers of climate change, growing America’s economy, and safeguarding public health.
Gov. Spanberger’s office announced Wednesday that the governor signed a package of bipartisan legislation, commonly known as the Momnibus, to improve and expand healthcare coverage for Virginia mothers and families.
Governor Spanberger’s Office announced Friday that the governor signed legislation into law to support law enforcement and first responders, keep Virginians safe online and in their communities and protect kids, communities, and law enforcement officers from gun violence.
Governor Spanberger’s office announced Wednesday that the governor had signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare and utilities across the Commonwealth.
Governor Spanberger’s office announced Monday that she had signed bipartisan legislation to grow the economy, create new jobs and support business investment within the commonwealth including two bills aimed at growth in our region.
Lots of bills are on Governor Abigail Spanberger’s desk — including one dealing with marijuana. The proposal would create an adult-use cannabis retail market by January 2027. In the bill, lawmakers adopted a flat tax rate of 6% and are allowing localities to adopt a tax rate between 1 and 3.5 percent. 40 percent of that revenue goes towards early childhood and education.
Governor Spanberger issued an order for all flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday in respect and memory of Virginia Delegate Barry Knight.
Governor Spanberger released the following statement on Monday after both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates passed legislation that would incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour by Jan. 1, 2028.
