The 2017 General Assembly session convened on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. So far this session, over 2100 bills and resolutions have been introduced. Legislators had until 3:00 pm  today to introduce legislation to be considered. The first full week of session has already been a busy one.

Now that the General Assembly is in session, you can expect to receive weekly updates from us until session adjourns in late February. In t his week’s issue, we wanted to provide you with an overview of some of the items we’re working on this year. Our Government Affairs team has also been reviewing each piece of legislation that has been submitted. We’re currently tracking almost 400 bills that may have an impact on your business. You can view our “Bills We’re Watching” here.

On Wednesday, we’ll be hosting our annual Chamber Day at the Capitol and Old Dominion Assembly Legislative Reception events at the Hilton Richmond Downtown. This year’s Chamber Day keynote luncheon remarks will be provided by Stephen Moret, President & CEO of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership. Moret, who has been President of VEDP since January 1st, will discuss his vision for the organization.