Virginia House of Delegates Republican Caucus
Press Releases
Floor Statement of House Appropriations Committee Chairman Putney on House Budget
Feb 10th
Mr. Speaker and Members of the House, today we consider the Committee amendments to House Bills 1500 -- amendments to the current biennial budget which we adopted last year. The product I submit to you reflects the bi-partisan work of all 22 members of the Committee.
It is my pleasure Mr. Speaker to tell the body that the vote to report HB 1500 as amended was 22-0. A unanimous verdict on amendments to the budget that I believe looks beyond today and recognizing that we must seize the opportunity and begin to correct many of the deficiencies in the budget that we adopted last year.
Cole Announces Redistricting Hearings Around Virginia
Aug 23rd
Del. , chairman of the House Privileges and Elections Committee, announced six hearings to be held in September, October, and December by a Redistricting Subcommittee to gather public input for the redistricting process ()—
- Roanoke—Wednesday, September 8, 7 pm, Natural Science Center, , ()
- Norfolk—Wednesday, September 22nd, 7 pm, , , ()
- Fairfax—Tuesday, October 5th, 7 pm, , ()
- Danville—Monday, October 18th, 7 pm, Regional Center for Advanced Technology and Training, , ()
- Stafford—Monday, December 6th, 7 pm, University Hall, (Stafford Campus),
- Richmond—Friday, December 17th, approximately 10 am, 9th Floor Appropriations Room, General Assembly
Building (time approximate, after Governor's remarks to the money committees),
In addition to Chairman Cole, Delegates Rob Bell, Chris Jones, and Jackson Miller serve on the subcommittee.
For more on the redistricting process, visit Legislative Services' .
Republicans Add Another $35K to $1.1M in Leg Branch Savings
May 21st
announced another $35K in savings in the House of Delegates budget for Fiscal Year 2010. That's on top of the $1.1 million already eliminated from the House operating budget during Fiscal Year 2010.
During his tenure as Speaker, Howell has led the way in reducing Virginia's per capita expenditures in the legislature from 40th in the Nation to 46th. And, with Senate Democrats running up a tab on the other side of the Capital, you can't expect much better than that.
See the at the Speaker's website.
McDonnell releases $500M in Transportation Bonds Authorized by Speaker’s 07 Bill
Apr 30th
Speaker Howell led the way in passing bond authority in 2007 to enhance Virginia's transportation infrastructure. Today, Governor McDonnell authorized the sale of $500 million in bonds this May as the first part of a six-year, $2.2 billion program to support projects throughout the Commonwealth.
Check out details in the Governor's
Hugo Elected Caucus Chair
Apr 21st
Richmond, VA (April 21, 2010)--Today, the Virginia House Republican Caucus voted unanimously to elect (R-Fairfax) to serve as the Republican Caucus Chairman. The position, previously held by former Delegate Sam Nixon, was left vacant when Nixon resigned to become Chief Information Officer of the .
“As recognized leader within the Caucus, Tim understands the duties required of this position and has the right temperament and experiences to be very successful in his important new capacity,” stated . “During these tough economic times and need to reform state government to make it smarter and simpler, it is imperative that we have an energetic, dedicated and knowledgeable member like Tim joining our leadership team. Like so many, I am looking forward to working with him and our Majority Caucus will be better off because of his leadership.”
The position of Caucus Chairman is one of four leadership roles within the House Republican Caucus. Others serving in leadership positions include Speaker William Howell, , and .
“I humbly accept the responsibility that has been entrusted to me today,” Delegate Hugo said in accepting the position. “Since being elected, I have watched the Republican Caucus expand on its majority under our current leadership. I am thrilled to broaden my responsibilities within the caucus and relish the opportunity to serve the citizens of Virginia.”
Delegate Hugo was first elected to the House of Delegates in a special election in December 2002, filling a vacancy left by former Delegate Jay O’Brien. Delegate Hugo garnered over 67% of the vote in his first election. Now serving in his eighth year as a member, Delegate Hugo is a member of the Commerce and Labor, Finance, Transportation, and Privileges and Elections Committees. He represents parts of Fairfax, Centreville, Clifton, and Fairfax Station.
House GOP Efforts on Offshore Oil & Gas Pay Off
Mar 31st
The Federal Government removed another barrier to development of Virginia's offshore energy resources today, vindicating efforts led by the House Republican Caucus to enhance Virginia law on exploration and development and to dedicate revenue realized from future development to transportation.
See Speaker Howell's .