@gerryconnolly@HHSgov The proposed changes to the HHS endanger the lives of brain injury survivors. @SecKennedy must meet with @biaamerica to discuss these funding cuts and protect the brain injury community. #TBI
NEW: The House just unanimously passed a bill to rename the federal traumatic brain injury grants after my friend & late colleague @BillPascrell.
Bill’s legacy of championing TBI awareness & care will continue, ensuring millions of survivors get the support they need.
The Democratic Majority for Israel put together a 15-page printable booklet on Kamala Harris’ “20-year pro-Israel record” that they will distribute during the DNC. https://t.co/3P8VR8WQBr
Care workers deserve year-round appreciation for their dedication to our loved ones' health and safety. During Care Worker Recognition Month, I’m co-leading legislation to support long-term care workers and address the root causes of direct care workforce shortages.
🎉Woot! The @VaHouse just overwhelmingly REJECTED Gov. Youngkin's amendment to the Contraceptive Equity Act (HB819) patroned by @CandiMundonKing! The vote was 15-84!
That's a clear message to @GovernorVA to sign the bill AS IS!
@REPRORising_VA
We were given these very educational pieces during session today. I’ll be bringing them back to CD7 - I mean, back home in case anyone needs to study them.
Importantly, Sen. Kaine listened to every single protestor, encouraged the crowd to listen to them, and again called for a ceasefire and release of all hostages.
BREAKING: @SEIUVA512 swears in first member-elected Richmond City union stewards! United in our union, we’ll continue to fight for good union jobs and justice for all working people. #UnionsForAll#VirginiaIsForUnions
One year ago today, we made history by shattering a glass ceiling that stood for over 230 years.
I am proud to serve #VA04 as the first Black Congresswoman elected from Virginia. #BlackHistoryMonth
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Near unanimous Senate passage of @JenniferBoysko bill to ban the personal use of campaign funds. Those of you who are constituents of those red lights might want to ask why they're cool with legislators buying personal stuff with donations to their campaigns.
It was an honor to be sworn in to serve the Commonwealth of Virginia moments ago. I look forward to the next four years of service to the people of the 37th Virginia Senate District.
With the 2024 session now underway, I’m grateful for the trust that my colleagues have placed in me.
Let’s meet this historic moment, and set our sights on moving Virginia forward.
Today is a crucial day in Richmond! At 9:30AM, the Virginia General Assembly Joint Money Committee will convene to hear the Governor’s proposed budget.
Watch it live here:
https://t.co/5kXXQf4NhC
The Grayson County anti-abortion ordinance that aimed to ban abortion and criminalize people and their doctors was DEFEATED last night.
Thank you to the almost 1000 of you who signed the petition and sent a loud and clear message that Virginians don’t want abortion bans!
It's #GivingTuesday! @REPRORising_VA is THE policy and political advocacy organization in the Commonwealth fighting for Reproductive Rights and Access! Donate today and help support their great work! https://t.co/B1EOdcxPFg
Giving Tuesday is one week away! Support our work to protect and expand access to abortion and reproductive healthcare in Virginia! Help us meet our matching goal of $7500 by donating here: https://t.co/ZtXl7SrRw6
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping signaled that China will send new pandas to the United States, calling them “envoys of friendship between the Chinese and American peoples.” 🐼🐼🐼 https://t.co/ZqlvMCJ4cm