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Surovell: Gun bills, phone in hand while driving bill are among those set to become law

State Sen. Scott Surovell writes about a number of bills that are set to become law, including two related to firearms regulation.

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How the Richmond Highway area voted on Super Tuesday

Joe Biden won Virginia on Super Tuesday, and results in the Richmond Highway area and Fairfax County overall mirrored the former VP's performance statewide.

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Groundbreaking held for new Woodlawn Fire Station

A ceremonial groundbreaking was held for the new Woodlawn Fire Station on Friday.

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Firefighters, other agencies recognized for South Alex fire response

Firefighters and other first responders from Fairfax County and other jurisdictions were recognized Tuesday for their response to the South Alex fire.

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Surovell: Assault weapons bill was flawed, will be addressed again next session

State Sen. Scott Surovell explains his vote to refer a bill regulating assault rifles and firearm attachments, saying it was not ready to be a law.

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Lusk launches effort to bring tech accelerator/co-working space to highway

The BOS approved a proposal last week by Supervisor Rodney Lusk to begin laying the groundwork for a technology accelerator/ co-working facility on Route 1.

Surovell: Minimum wage increase, marijuana decriminalization among bills moving forward

State Sen. Scott Surovell gives an update legislation moving through the General Assembly at "Crossover" -- the midpoint of the current session.

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Krizek: Bills for minimum wage exclusion, mobile home relocation move forward

Del. Paul Krizek gives an update on his bills at the 2020 General Assembly session in Richmond .

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Surovell: ERA ratified, bills on predatory lending, shopping carts move forward

State Sen. Scott Surovell writes about highlights from week four of the Virginia General Assembly session, including passage of the Equal Rights Amendment.