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May 13, 2024

Virginia House passes budget with bipartisan support, despite local dissent

ABC-13 WSET

Sometimes it takes a battle back and forth, a lot of negotiations, which have been going on. But at least we've come to a point of peace, and hopefully going forward will be the best for Virginia," Walker said.

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April 30, 2024

Delegate Wendell Walker presents commendation to Liberty Champion

Liberty Champion

“My first classes were in buildings (that) Dr. Falwell would rent around the city, so we have helped build an outstanding university. . . so I’ve been part of this ministry (Liberty University) now for almost 50 years..."

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April 11, 2024

'Multiple pathways for Virginians': Youngkin signs workforce development bill

The News & Advance

Del. Wendell Walker, R-Lynchburg, said Virginia’s workforce is churning along at the best speed it can under Youngkin’s leadership and the state is beating 42 others in job growth the past two years.

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March 27, 2024

Virginia House passes budget with bipartisan support, despite local dissent

ABC-13 WSET

Lawmakers were quick to highlight the good and also talk about the gridlock and lack of major progress made. Most of that is due to Democrats controlling both the House of Delegates and Senate...

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May 11, 2024

Dunbar Middle School for Innovation is commemorated for 100 years of service

The News & Advance

“You have a rich history, and that history has had an impact here in our city. We just want you to know, on behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia and House of Delegates, how much we appreciate you,” he said.

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April 30, 2024

Attorney General Miyares shares progress report on Operation Ceasefire

ABC-13 WSET

“It’s encouraging for the communities to know that crime is coming down as a result of the investment from the Attorney General and the Governor,” Walker said. "It’s reassuring that we’re putting the money where our mouth is..."

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April 2, 2024

'Look for signs of child abuse:' Pinwheels Garden brings awareness to child abuse

ABC-13 WSET

Each of the 299 pinwheels represents a case of child abuse in this region; not a child that's been abused, but a case, which could have several children in it. This garden was planted Tuesday morning by multiple organizations...

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March 21, 2024

Local Republican lawmakers react to Bidenomics' effect on Virginians

ABC-13 WSET

Delegate Wendell Walker also spoke about the increase in taxes. "Well in this coming year, with taxation being proposed, it's going to be over 600 million dollars just in your utility taxes," Walker said.

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May 9, 2024

P. L. Dunbar Middle School recognized for 100 years of educating students in Lynchburg

WFXR News

As I talked to said this is around the city that at one time or another either they have been the Dunbar their parents or grandparents. Going back to 1920 when the Dunbar School was established, there was a lot.

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April 14, 2024

Governor Youngkin and General Assembly dispute over tax hikes, state budget

ABC-13 WSET

"Going into a year in surplus, that was something the governor wanted to do is give the money back to the people. But, at the same time, we are increasing teacher pay, law enforcement. So these programs..."

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March 29, 2024

Governor Youngkin's veto on minimum wage hikes draws mixed reactions from lawmakers

ABC-13 WSET

"The government shouldn't be setting minimum wages, it should be the free market out here," Del. Walker said. Walkers said the market will regulate itself and businesses will pay competitively to get employees.

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March 11, 2024

Local delegates weigh in after General Assembly approves state budget

WSLS 10

“Where’s that going to come from?” Walker said. “It’s come out of my back pocket, your back pocket, and all the citizens across the Commonwealth. That’s what it’s going to cost.” Youngkin has 30 days to decide...

Newsletters

MAY 28, 2024

Virginia Manufacturing Award

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MAY 15, 2024

The Budget Battle Ends

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APRIL 22, 2024

Reconvened Session Update

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APRIL 12, 2024

Strengthening Virginia's Workforce

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MARCH 11, 2024

Sine Die Update

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MARCH 4, 2024

The Home Stretch

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Budget

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