A battle for DPVA chair
It looks like Rep. Bobby Scott is quietly leaving the conversation for governor.
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The rundown
It looks like Rep. Bobby Scott is quietly leaving the conversation for governor.
There is a new candidate seeking the DPVA chair spot.
Lawmakers considered a proposal to provide luggage to youth moving through the foster care system, but ultimately the measure died over funding costs.
A battle for DPVA chair
Earlier this month, Democratic Party of Virginia Chair Susan Swecker announced she is stepping down from her position after serving for 10 years. Shortly after, state Sen. Lamont Bagby announced his candidacy to fill her role.
Bagby is backed by a long list of party insiders and elected officials, and until Thursday, he was the only candidate for the position.