Category: 2026 Legislation
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Affordability Rhetoric Meets Reality: Senate Democrats Push Local Sales Tax Option in Early 2026
Senate Democrats are advancing SB66, a bill that allows local governments to raise sales taxes for school construction through voter referendums—raising questions about affordability, permanence, and early priorities as Virginia’s new administration takes shape.
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Virginia Democrats Move to Mandate January 6 Narrative in Public Schools
A new bill in the Virginia General Assembly would allow schools to teach January 6—but only if they adopt a state-mandated political framing. Critics warn it crosses a line into compelled speech and politicized education.
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Virginia’s 2026 Legislative Session Begins Under Full Democratic Control
The Virginia General Assembly’s 2026 Regular Session begins January 14, with Democrats holding full control. Key issues include proposed constitutional amendments, an “Affordable Virginia” economic agenda, and contentious debates on criminal justice and gun laws. Lawmakers face challenges in balancing budget pressures while addressing their priorities before the 2026 elections.
Virginia Bay News 