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March Virginia Voter

Posted on March 1, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsMarch 28, 2020

“Hot off the presses” is your copy of the Virginia Voter. In this issue you will find: Secret Agents of Change Your Help Needed in the Push for Redistricting Virginia General Assembly: February 2020; Pre-Crossover, Crossover and Post-Crossover League Day Recap … Continue reading →

Equal Rights Amendment Update

Posted on January 27, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsMarch 28, 2020

On Monday, Jan. 27, the Virginia General Assembly voted to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. There is no need for signature by the governor. This is final action of the Commonwealth. The League of Women Voters issued a press release [link] … Continue reading →

Jan 22, 2020 Action Alert for Same Day Voter Registration

Posted on January 22, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 25, 2020

Please contact your lawmakers now in support of Same Day Voter Registration bills. You can modify the message before sending, using your own words. Click the contact link. Q: Why is same day voter registration important? A: Letting qualified voters … Continue reading →

Jan 19, 2020 Calls to Action

Posted on January 19, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 25, 2020

Week of January 20-25 Tip: Are you on facebook? Join the League’s Advocacy discussion group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/373903886296976/ & answer the questions. ☎️☎️☎️ Remember to log your advocacy! A little competition makes it fun. Click here to be counted for your … Continue reading →

Redistricting FAQ

Posted on January 19, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 25, 2020

Why LWV-VA Supports Constitutional Amendment S.J. 18 to End Partisan Gerrymandering What is independent redistricting and why is it needed? Redistricting is the process of drawing maps to determine election districts for members of Congress and the state legislature. In … Continue reading →

Governor’s High School Voter Registration Challenge

Posted on January 18, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 19, 2020

While this program is focused on High School students, the LWV-VA is providing a list of specific links for Virginia High Schools, Community Colleges, Colleges, Homeschoolers, and even those not in any school. Learn more about the Governor’s Challenge and … Continue reading →

History was made on 1/15/2020

Posted on January 15, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 15, 2020

On 1/15/2020, Virginia Became the 38th State to Pass the Equal Rights Amendment. From our Membership Director

First WLRT Meeting of 2020 is 1/15/2020

Posted on January 13, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 18, 2020

WLRT (Women’s Legislative Roundtable
January 15, 8:30 am-9:30 am
Tidewater Room, 4th floor of the SunTrust Center
919 East Main Street, Richmond.

At the first WLRT, members of the LWV-VA Legislative Team will present the basics on how to advocate, how to follow bills on LIS (Legislative Information System) and how to find your way in the Pocahontas Building and the Capitol.

Registration is not required, but if you sign up on Eventbrite, we’ll be sure to have enough material and resources available for everyone.

Jan 12, 2020 Action Alert: Fair Redistricting, No Excuse Absentee Voting, & Gun Violence Prevention

Posted on January 12, 2020 by LWV-VA CommunicationsJanuary 25, 2020

Virginia’s legislative session is underway! Contact your lawmakers now to support fair redistricting, no excuse absentee voting, and gun violence prevention. You can modify your message before sending. To review the bills: 🔸 Fair redistricting SJ 18, … Continue reading →

WLRT Pre-Session: All In for All Issues

Posted on December 30, 2019 by LWV-VA CommunicationsDecember 30, 2019

Martha Rollins, LWVSHR LWV-VA President Deb Wake quickly summarized the overall message of our day of legislative issues for the upcoming General Assembly: “Public Education!” With great resolve she added, “We must get this information out.” A record-breaking number of … Continue reading →

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