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Statement by House Speaker William J. Howell on the Death of House of Delegates Clerk Bruce F. Jamerson
Apr 25th
RICHMOND, VA – Virginia House of Delegates Speaker William J. Howell (R-Stafford) today issued the following statement regarding the death of the Bruce F. Jamerson, Clerk of the Virginia House of Delegates and Keeper of the Rolls of the Commonwealth:
“On behalf of the Virginia House of Delegates, I express our tremendous grief and sorrow at the death of not only a distinguished and respected professional but our dear friend Bruce Jamerson.
House Republicans Highlight Success of Legislative Agenda at End of 2011 Session
Feb 27th
RICHMOND, VA – Highlighting the legislative achievements of the 60-member strong House Republican Majority Caucus in delivering real reforms and forward-looking investments to address the concerns of the Commonwealth, Virginia House of Delegates Speaker William J. Howell (R-Stafford) today highlighted the positive results of the policy initiatives advanced by House Republicans this year. After cutting fees, reducing authorized debt, investing in core government services and depositing an additional $64 million into the Rainy Day Fund, the House of Delegates today adjourned sine die, bringing an end to the 2011 Regular Session of the Virginia General Assembly.
“The Republican-led House made real progress during the 2011 Regular Session and on many fronts, especially in passing a fiscally sound and structurally balanced state budget that funds core government services,” said Speaker Howell. “At our insistence, the final budget agreement includes no new fees or higher taxes. It has no earmarks for non-state agencies. There is no funding or debt for a new ‘Taj Mahal’ to replace the General Assembly Building. There is $67 million less in authorized debt. And, the accelerated sales tax is eliminated for 80% of retailers. Yet, there also are prudent investments in economic development, transportation, education, health care and other important services. Overall, we’ve had a very productive legislative session.”
Below is the outcome for a selected list of 100+ measures – grouped by topic – supported by the House Republican Majority. In all, about 1,600 pieces of legislation were approved by the General Assembly this year.
Gear Resigns from House
Dec 31st
Delegate Tom Gear (R-Hampton), resigned, effective today, from the House of Delegates, creating a vacancy in . The Caucus wishes Delegate Gear the best as he continues to deal with and supports close family members suffering from major illnesses.
has coverage of Delegate Gear's career of public service.
Because the General Assembly is not in session, has authority to issue a writ of election for a special election in the 91st District. Vacancies occurring when the House is in session are filled in special elections called by the Speaker of the House.
At present, two seats in the House are vacant. The Caucus looks forward to welcoming to the House on January 12 after the Special Election in District 8 to fill the vacancy created by election to the .
The Caucus stands ready to assist the Republican nominee in the special election called to fill the vacancy caused by Delegate Gear's resignation. Republicans in the 91st District, including portions of and and the . The official call for the nomination will be issued by the 91st Legislative District Committee and, once issued, will appear on the
Habeeb Nominated to Succeed Griffith in House
Nov 22nd
Republicans in the City of Salem (, ) and parts of Roanoke County (, ) have nominated to succeed .
Habeeb will likely face Ginger Mumpower, if as reported in the , she is nominated tonight by the local Democrats.
Habeeb, a southwest Virginia native, and attorney with Roanoke-based , has come out swinging with a campaign up and running for the special election, which Gov. McDonnell is expected to call for Jan. 11, 2011, the day before the 2011 session of the General Assembly convenes.
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The Case for a ‘Repeal Amendment’
Sep 15th
and penned an making the case for a 'Repeal Amendment' to the U.S. Constitution that would allow two-thirds of the states to repeal a Federal law.