The General Assembly voted to legalize marijuana, but it wouldn’t go into effect until 2024. Northam doesn’t want to wait.
Mar 24, 2021
Northam Signs Bill Ending Death Penalty In Virginia
The commonwealth is now the 23rd state to end capital punishment.
Mar 23, 2021
With Vaccinations On The Rise, Virginia Increases Capacity Limits For Social Gatherings
In response to more vaccinations, certain sports and entertainment venues can begin operating with additional capacity on April 1.
Mar 22, 2021
COVID-19 Cases Are Rising Again In Maryland And Virginia As Officials Ease Restrictions
The increases come as jurisdictions loosen COVID-19 business restrictions, and despite vaccination efforts.
Jan 07, 2021
Gov. Ralph Northam Says Virginia COVID-19 Vaccination Plan Is A ‘Use It Or Lose It’ Model
“I want you to empty those freezers and get shots in arms,” Northam said.
Including new quarantine rules for out-of-state travelers in Md., new limits on social gatherings, and more.
Nov 10, 2020
Virginia Lawmakers Conclude Special Session By Addressing Redistricting, VMI Investigation
In the final day of the lengthy session, Virginia lawmakers approved guidelines for a new bipartisan redistricting commission and set aside funding for an investigation into systemic racism at the Virginia Military Institute.
