Did you know that most of the legislation passed during the 2013 legislative session became law on July 1st?
The Division of Legislative Services has published “In Due Course: 2013 Changes to Virginia’s Laws” to provide a brief summary of legislation that went into effect on Monday. The descriptions of the new laws are separated by subject area.
Click here to open “In Due Course: 2013 Changes to Virginia’s Laws.”
Thanks for all of the support, as once again, I didn’t win the election, WE did. I humbly accept the responsibility of representing the Republican Party on the ballot for the House of Delegates in November.
I welcome your suggestions and advice as we move toward victory in November.
Come join Bobby after the polls have closed for an election night celebration at the Lodge at Stevenson Ridge. The celebration will feature:
* Family Friendly
* Live Music
* BBQ & chicken salad sliders by Tarheel Pig Pickers Barbecue from Country Lane Catering
* Snacks & Desserts
* Election Night Results
When: June 11th, 7 PM
Where: The Lodge at Stevenson Ridge, 6901 Meeting Street, Spotsylvania, VA
DIRECTIONS To Stevenson Ridge:
From Downtown Fredericksburg~ Head South on Rt. 1, Turn Right onto Rt. 208/Courthouse Rd. (at 4 mile fork intersection), Drive 5 Miles …
The first radio spot for the Orrock campaign is now playing on stations throughout the 54th District. The ad highlights Orrock’s focus on cutting spending, stopping Medicaid expansion without major reforms, and improving education by putting more money into our classrooms.
Do you know a teacher who could provide helpful solutions and advice to improve our schools?
Yesterday, Governor McDonnell announced the establishment of the Governor’s Teacher Cabinet. This Cabinet will advise the Governor and Secretary of Education on policies related to the status of teaching in Virginia.
The Administration is now accepting applications from teachers interested in joining the Cabinet. Applications are due by May 15th.
Additional details, including information on how teachers can apply to serve in the Cabinet, are listed below.
How to Apply:
Full-time teachers from …
Caroline, VA – Delegate Robert D. “Bobby” Orrock, Sr. (R – Caroline) announced today the start of his campaign for re-election and his endorsement by Congressman Eric Cantor.
“As a Delegate, I have focused on creating new jobs, cutting wasteful government spending, improving educational opportunities, making health care more affordable, and defending our traditional values,” said Orrock. “We have had numerous successes over the years, and I am running for re-election to continue to keep moving Virginia in the right direction.”
Congressman Eric Cantor (VA – 7), …
Virginia’s main transportation revenue source is the gas tax, that was set in 1986 at 17.5 cents/gal, worth approximately 8 cents today. Even though we have added over $500 million in general fund money in recent years, we cannot continue to do so. With the current revenues ALL transportation dollars will be needed for maintenance by 2016, meaning NO new construction. The current reality is that for the last 10 years or more, our transportation revenues have been declining while road construction …
…Dickinson chaired the Spotsylvania County Republican Committee for a decade, until religious conservatives disenchanted with the GOP leadership staged a coup. A major reason for their revolt was the old guard’s opposition to Christian right candidates such as Oliver North, who unsuccessfully sought a U.S. Senate seat in 1994, according to an article that appeared in The Free Lance–Star in 1999.
“It was a very difficult time personally and politically, and he handled it with tremendous class and remained a supporter of the Republican Party his …
Fredericksburg’s annual Religious Freedom Day events will be held this Sunday, Jan. 13. The events, organized by the Knights of Columbus Rappahannock Assembly, honor Thomas Jefferson and the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. … The Rev. Don Rooney of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fredericksburg will give the benediction and Del. Bobby Orrock, R–Spotsylvania, will be the master of ceremonies.