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Feb. 20, 2023
Del. Ellen Campbell's Richmond Report – Week 6
Week 6 of this year's General Assembly session is in the books!
House Republicans are keeping the promises we made on the campaign trail. This year, we've passed significant legislation that will affect the 24th District in a positive way. I have been proud to support several bills that keep our communities safe.
Public safety is a top priority for me. I introduced several bills that involved our parole board, traffic stops, and conditional release of prisoners. Unfortunately, some of those were defeated in Senate Committees but lets make one thing clear, I will not stop fighting to keep our communities safe.
The criminal first, victim last mentality has got to go.
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Phone: 540-280-0778
Mail: PO Box 366, Fairfield, VA 23350
Here is what's happening with some of my legislation:
HB2332 (Economic Development) passed out of Senate Committees and is now being read on the Senate floor. This bill changes the acreage requirements from 100 to 50 acres for economic development grants. This is a huge step for rural communities and their ability to secure grant funding for projects.
HB2342 (Barrier Crimes) is headed to the Senate Floor. This bill separates a section of the state code relating to "Barrier Crimes". Hopefully in the future, this will allow adults who have recovered from a substance abuse addiction to come back and help others conquer their addictions.
HB2395 (Speed Determination Devices) was passed on the House Floor. It's now being read in Senate Committees. This is a cost saving measure for local police and sheriffs departments. It would require them to have their speed determination devices tested on an annual basis instead of every six months.
HB2438 (Jail Board) was passed out of the Senate Committee on Rules and will now head to the Senate Floor. This bill would assign two mental health professionals to the state board of jails and prisons. We've seen how important mental health is and this is a great step in getting people to resources they need.
These pieces of legislation will have a positive impact on the 24th District and I am proud to patron them in this years Legislative Session!
Visit us in Richmond!
It has been amazing to have so many great people and organizations come by the office to discuss legislative priorities. If you would like to come by for a visit, please get in touch with our staff so we can arrange a time!
Again, thank you for the honor to serve our community. This has been a tremendous journey, and I am beyond blessed.
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