Senator Luther Cifers

Official X account for State Senator Luther Cifers. Representative of SD 10.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I was recently honored to receive the 2025 Manufacturing Competitiveness Certificate from the Virginia Manufacturers Association. This award is given to legislators whose voting records reflect support for policies that encourage manufacturing competitiveness in the Commonwealth, as mine did in my first session as a State Senator.

As a 19-year-old who didn't finish my last year of home schooling, the opportunities and mentorship I found in a manufacturing company in Farmville, VA changed the course of my life, leading to a great career in engineering and eventually to owning my own manufacturing companies and enabling similar opportunities for many others.

I believe manufacturing is an indispensable pillar of our economy and is a uniquely effective environment for on-the-job development of skills and careers. You can expect my legislative record to consistently reflect these beliefs.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to visit several businesses in Appomattox with @RepJohnMcGuire and Sheriff Robby Richardson. Spending one on one time with constituents is key to truly understanding their priorities and concerns. Thanks to all that took the time from their busy days to talk to us!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I recently had the honor of attending a press conference with Sheriffs and other law enforcement leaders from across Virginia, standing in support of both our brave officers and our Attorney General, Jason Miyares, in his bid for re-election.
@JasonMiyaresVA hasn’t just made promises, he’s delivered. There's no doubt that his leadership has made Virginia safer and stronger. I want my kids and grandkids to grow up in a Commonwealth that is not only free and prosperous, but safe.
It was a privilege to stand alongside some of the 78 law enforcement officers who are backing our Attorney General and his continued commitment to serving and protecting Virginians.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

While I may have been derelict in my duties to keep my constituents informed lately, I've been pretty busy in District 10! Recently, I had the opportunity to tour the North Anna Nuclear Power facility with the folks from Dominion Energy.

I had a few takeaways, the most notable of which is that what we think of nuclear energy, nuclear waste, environmental concerns, etc. are largely informed by outdated and antiquated techniques and technologies that are no longer practiced. Nuclear is one of the cleanest sources of electricity we have and is perhaps the only "clean energy" technology that can produce massive amounts of power in a small footprint over a very long time with virtually no environmental consequences.

As our reliance on plentiful and affordable electricity continues to grow, nuclear is likely to be not only part of the solution, but the most important part.

A special thanks to the folks at Dominion for the time and hospitality they showed us, and for the really well-organized and well-presented information they shared.

If you haven’t already, follow our official facebook page, Senator Luther Cifers, for regular updates on our work around the district!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I recently had the opportunity to tour Farmville Health and Rehab Center and see firsthand the important work they do as a nursing home and rehabilitation facility. It was great to reconnect after their visit to the General Assembly and learn more about the care and services they provide to our community.

A huge thank you to Susan Worshman and the entire team for showing me around and for their dedication to serving patients with compassion and professionalism. I appreciate the important role they play in caring for our seniors, and look forward to working together to ensure this important work not only continues, but continues in a way that maximizes the value for the residents that they care for.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

Congratulations to my fellow Senator and friend @PeakeforSenate for his election as the next Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia!
I look forward to working with Mark not only in the Senate, but as the leader of our party. I know he will do great things!

[74th Governor of Virginia Glenn Youngkin @GovernorVA74]

Busy day at the Capitol. Great to see Sen. Cifers and his family on his first reconvene day. Thank you to everyone behind the scenes who support our citizen legislators.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I appreciated the opportunity to meet with the Board of Supervisors in Prince Edward County yesterday to discuss their legislative priorities. These meetings are important to help ensure I have a firm understanding of the needs and concerns of each locality. Prince Edward and the town of Farmville are wonderful places to visit and even better places to live. I look forward to working with the local governments to ensure these localities are well represented in Richmond!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I had the opportunity to join @VoteDavidOwen and Lt. Governor candidate @JohnReid4VA at the Avery Point GOP monthly meeting this past Thursday. It was my first time at Avery Point, and I was beyond impressed with the facility! It’s no surprise that it is continuing to expand and will be doing so for several years. A big thanks to Ginny Carlson who invited us and who has done an awesome job with the GOP club at Avery Point.

It’s too early for a legislative summary since we’re still waiting for the outcome of Governor Youngkin’s vetos, so I shared my personal experience as a freshman Senator in the 2025 General Assembly. I also shared my off-season plans to ensure the voice of the 10th District is heard clearly in the 2026 Session. And of course we talked about the importance of the upcoming Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, and House of Delegates elections. I appreciate everyone who took the time to listen and who shared their priorities and concerns.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I had a truly inspiring meeting this past Wednesday with @RepJohnMcGuire and folks from the Council of Independent Colleges. I learned a lot of things I did not know about these private higher education institutions, including how hard they work to bring in the hardest working students, regardless of socioeconomic status. While I was impressed with the organization and their schools as a whole, I am local to the hosting campus, Hampden-Sydney College, and had a particular interest in learning more about this remarkable school. I suggested to my wife that our 22 month old may one day go there!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

It was an honor to participate in a tour of Louisa County High School with @SecKennedy, our great @GovernorVA members of his team, and a number of leaders from the Louisa County government, including Board of Supervisors Chairman Duane Adams, Public School Superintendent Doug Straley, and many others.

The more we learn about the impact of mobile phones on mental health, the clearer it's becoming that while we all need time away from the screen, this is especially important for young, developing minds.

Louisa County is one of our Nation's leaders in bell-to-bell cellphone-free schools, first implementing their policy in 2008. The results were amazing - taking the school system from the bottom 10 in their district to the top 10 in JUST ONE YEAR, and reducing physical altercations between students from over 100 to just 2 the next year, then 1 the next year, then ZERO.

The atmosphere in the school was so impressive. I think my favorite part was the very noisy cafeteria. When there are no cell phones, there are lots of conversations and social interactions.

I appreciate Governor Youngkin's leadership in ensuring that all Virginia public schools become cell phone free. The more I learn about this topic, the more convicted I am that this is exactly the right thing to do.

And I cannot overstate my appreciation for Secretary Kennedy and his leadership in the Make America Healthy Again movement. We have some work to do, but it's encouraging to see a clear vision and action!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

It's truly an incredible group that protects and serves Goochland county. It was an honor to be invited to their awards ceremony.

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[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

I appreciated the opportunity to sit down with some of Goochland's finest public servants this past Tuesday.
If you have not heard the amazing story of the transformation of Goochland some years ago, it's worth looking into. It's an incredible testimony to the power of applying common-sense, practical, citizen-first policies to local government. The result? Aside from being a highly desirable place to live, raise a family, or run a business, Goochland went from financial difficulty to the smallest county in the entire country with an AAA bond rating.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

Way to go Appomattox County Sheriff's Office!

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[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

Yesterday morning I presented my bill SB1486 in the Subcommittee Education: K-12. Even though it already passed the Senate floor, it must now go through the same process in the House. Happy to see it pass the subcommittee with a (6-1) vote. It will now proceed to the full committee on Education and Health where it will be voted on once again.

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

While the snow and the views are beautiful, please be sure to tune in to your local and state news updates when it comes to the storm and stay safe!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

This past week I had the privilege of attending Lieutenant Governor @WinsomeSears Annual ‘Are We Still Friends?’ Breakfast. One of the things I appreciate most about the General Assembly is the respect and kindness we show one another, even when we disagree. Thank you Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears for continuing this tradition this year!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

During the week of crossover (February 4th) we welcomed constituents from across the district, including Barry Butler from the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance and Farmville local officials.

On top of Crossover, our SB 1486 passed the Senate unanimously—watch the video for a fun moment!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

Great news! My bill SB 1486 to protect student records passed the Education and Health Committee unanimously! Now, it heads to the Senate floor, then the House after crossover on February 4th. Stay tuned!

[Senator Luther Cifers @CifersforVA]

We welcomed visitors from across the district today, including Commissioners of Revenue from Cumberland, Louisa, Prince Edward, and Amelia; Treasurers from Hanover, Louisa, and Prince Edward; and the Powhatan School Board. If you haven’t stopped by GAB Room 620 this session, come see us!