Virginia House of Delegates, abortion

Virginia House advances constitutional amendments on same-sex marriage, abortion, voting rights
The Virginia House of Delegates passed three state constitutional amendments Tuesday that would enshrine in state law reproductive rights, same-sex marriage and automatic restoration of voting
Virginia House passes bill changing procedure for third trimester abortions
Virginia Democrats are hoping to pass a bill to make abortion more accessible in the third trimester under specific situations.
Virginia House Democrats push forward amendments on abortion and marriage
In Virginia, Democrats pushed forward resolutions in the House of Delegates aimed at getting measures on abortion, marriage, and felon voting on the ballot in 2026. Democrats, who hold a narrow 51-49 majority in the state House,
Virginia House passes resolutions protecting abortion, voting rights, marriage equality
The amendment with the most bipartisan support was the resolution protecting marriage equality. Following a 58-35 vote supporting the proposal, Democratic Del. Mark Sickles described his belief that the resolution reflects an evolving Virginia.
Virginia House passes bill to legalize same-sex marriage, Senate vote pending
A new bill to allow same-sex marriage to be legal in Virginia passed in the House of Delegates this week. Gay marriage is currently outlawed in Virginia but became legal due to the Supreme Court's Federal decision.
Virginia House passes resolution to enshrine abortion rights in Constitution
The newly-passed resolution has a long way before it could become part of the state's constitution. However, House Republicans said it already violates state laws.
Virginia statehouse control hinges on 3 races that also offer gauge of voter moods after Trump win
Three special elections Tuesday to fill seats in the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates will determine party control of ...
Loudoun Co. holds special elections that could impact balance in Virginia's Senate, House
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Republicans were working to flip a State Senate District and House of Delegates District in ...
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Democrats retain control of Virginia House and Senate in special elections
Democrats will continue to hold a 21-19 edge in the Senate and a 51-49 edge in the House after Tuesday’s special elections ...
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Virginia's statehouse control hinges on 3 key special elections
Voters in northern and central Virginia will vote in special elections to fill two vacancies in the state senate and an open seat in the House of Delegates RICHMOND, Va. -- Three special ...
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Virginia Senate Committee Advances Bill To Legalize Marijuana Sales Despite Governor’s Opposition
Lawmakers on a Virginia Senate committee have greenlit a proposal to legalize and regulate adult-use marijuana sales in the ...
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West Virginia’s House of Delegates could do away with public hearings on bills under new rules
West Virginians would no longer be guaranteed the right to public hearings on legislation under new rules proposed by the House of Delegates leader last week.
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What to know about abortion developments in the states and courts as Trump takes office
Abortion policy could see more changes across the U.S. as President-elect Donald Trump begins his second term and state ...
Here Are Key Dates in the Equal Rights Amendment’s 100-Year History
President Biden says he believes the amendment has met the requirements to be enshrined in the Constitution. Its history has ...