Here's a quick look at a few bills from legislators in Hampton Roads: HB570 related to real estate assessments, HB207 related to rules for lineups and SB185 related to menhaden fishing. More below the fold. HB 570 - Del. Sal Iaquinto (R-84th) - This bill changes the burden of proof for real estate assessments from … Continue reading Quick look at bills of local legislators →

The Virginia Senate voted 23-17 to pass Sen. Donald McEachin's SB66 Monday afternoon. The bill prohibits discrimination in public employment and includes sexual orientation. Senator Fred Quayle of Suffolk broke ranks with his Republican colleagues and joined the Democratic majority to pass this bill. According to The Virginian-Pilot, Quayle voted yea for a rather simple … Continue reading Quayle votes with Dems against discrimination →