Constituents

The most important duty of any elected official is to act as a liaison between constituents and our state government. If you ever encounter a problem with or have a complaint about one of our state agencies, please contact me via email, in writing, or by telephone. I will do what I can to help resolve the issue.

Other frequently asked questions

How can I set up a meeting with you?

I am in my Charlottesville and Bath offices regularly, although I do not maintain specific office hours due to my court schedule. Please contact my office either in Bath or Charlottesville to arrange an appointment. Of course, you are welcome to visit either office at any time.

Can you provide a state flag for our organization?

The Department of General Services offers flags that have been flown over the State Capitol. To order a flag, please visit the DGS website.

How can I arrange a tour of the Capitol in Richmond?

The Capitol was renovated in 2007 and is worth the trip to Richmond. For more information about hours and tours, please visit the Capitol’s website.

How can I find out more information about my son or daughter serving as a page during the General Assembly session?

The page program is a wonderful way to allow our youth to watch the legislative process firsthand. For more information about eligibility and applying, click here.

Who can I call with questions or problems related to immigration, visas, and other ICE issues?

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is a federal agency that falls under the purview of the U. S. Congress. If you are having difficulties with any ICE issue, either your congressman or U. S. Senators Tim Kaine or Mark Warner will be best able to help you resolve the matter.

2019 Session is Underway

The 2019 Session of the General Assembly is underway. This is a short session, set to adjourn on the 23^rd of February. The Session began with a committee meeting and a speech from the Governor.

Usually it takes several days of preliminary work before the real action begins. This year, however, on the first day of session, the Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections met to consider certain constitutional amendments. Most constitutional amendments simply aim to put a matter on the ballot to let the people decide. Typically I have had no problem putting things on the ballot so the people could have their voices heard. The one notable exception to the rule this year was the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). The ERA legislation does not require a ballot initiative rather it only requires ratification by the Virginia General Assembly to make the ERA part of the U.S. Constitution.

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Summer Update

August 23, 2018 By Creigh Deeds

The 2019 legislative session is just around the corner, which is hard to believe since it feels like the 2018 Session just ended. In fact, the General Assembly has yet to adjourn the special session. A couple of issues remain unresolved.

The Governor initially called for a special session because the General Assembly did not reach a budget agreement. After months of wrangling, the legislature adopted a budget on May 30 that included Medicaid expansion. It was a huge bipartisan accomplishment. Nevertheless, the Senate and House of Delegates did not adjourn sine die because the party in the majority has not agreed on the selection of certain judges. Periodically I’ve heard rumors that the General Assembly will be called back to Richmond for a vote, but those rumors have thus far proven to be untrue. In the meantime, another critical issue has arisen. [Read More…]