Yesterday was “crossover,” the mid-point of the 2013 General Assembly session and the day when each chamber must complete work on its own bills. It’s also a day that saw two substantial pro-family victories.

The Senate passed a priority for … Read more>

Va. Senate approves ‘free association’ bill

Bill for college clubs: religious freedom or discrimination?

Virginia Senator Bill Stanley shelves prayer amendment

Sources: Va. House Speaker to nix Senate redistricting

Va. lawmakers give McDonnell partial win on transportation at session midpoint

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This year, Senator Bill Stanley (R-20, Moneta) has introduced a state constitutional amendment, SJ 287, that would help clarify and restore some of our religious liberties. (The resolution is co-patroned by Senator Bill Carrico (R-40, Galax). It passed … Read more>

On this date in 1786, the Virginia General Assembly enacted one of the most important initiatives in our nation’s history — the Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom. Today, Governor Bob McDonnell issued a proclamation celebrating the Statute and Senator Bill Stanley … Read more>

It’s that time of session again. Thursday, the Senate Education and Health Committee will vote on multiple pro-life bills. This is the committee that has blocked meaningful pro-life legislation for years. Despite the history, we still want to make sure every member … Read more>