Virginia General Assembly passes paid family and medical leave

Both chambers of the General Assembly voted Tuesday to pass legislation that would create an insurance program for paid ...

Virginia General Assembly advances cannabis retail framework

After years of clearing the General Assembly only to meet a veto, legislation to create a legal, adult-use cannabis market in Virginia passed both chambers Tuesday — this time with a governor ready ...

What’s alive and what’s dead at the Virginia General Assembly’s 2026 midway point

The 2026 General Assembly reached its midpoint Tuesday night as lawmakers hit crossover, the session’s deadline for legislation to pass its chamber of origin and move to the other side of the state ...

Here's a look at the progress of several bills in the General Assembly

Several bills ABC13 has been following during the 2026 General Assembly session have now passed the House of Delegates.
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General Assembly passes bill to backstop sale of hospitals

The General Assembly last week approved legislation aimed at helping to close the purchase of Roger Williams Medical Center and Fatima Hospital and ensure the continued operation of ...