ARP‑backed bills on paid family leave, cryptocurrency kiosks, insulin prices and more signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger RICHMOND — From family caregivers to homeowners, Virginians will see tangible benefits from AARP‑backed bills signed into law this month by Gov. Abigail Spanberger, including stronger consumer protections, lower insulin costs and fewer barriers to building an accessory dwelling… Read More AARP Virginia Celebrates Legislative Victories for Family Caregivers and Consumers

Statewide 4 p.m. burning law in effect Feb. 15 through April 30 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Joining fire departments across the Commonwealth, the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) announces the start of spring fire season. Virginia’s statewide burning law – which prohibits outdoor burning between midnight and 4 p.m. – is in effect from Feb. 15 through April… Read More VIRGINIA’S 2026 SPRING FIRE SEASON IS HERE

RICHMOND, VA – – – Legislation to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency kiosks, sometimes known as “crypto ATMs,” passed the Virginia Senate unanimously on January 9, 2026. An identical bill passed the House of Delegates last week, 84-13, with strong bipartisan support. Senator Sadam Salim (D-Fairfax) and Delegate Michelle Maldonado (D-Manassas) carried the bills. The… Read More Virginia General Assembly Passes Cryptocurrency Kiosk Regulations to Protect Virginia Consumers