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Health These Black maternal health groups laid groundwork for perinatal grants, then they were left out The state-piloted program is supporting four organizations in an effort to boost maternal health outcomes and fill access gaps around Virginia Click here to read more , and Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury May 5, 2026
Government Thousands of Virginians will regain the right to vote next month The court order comes ahead of a pending constitutional amendment that could make rights restorations automatic when people complete their prison sentences Click here to read more , and Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury May 4, 2026
Government Spanberger weighs legislation to allow class action lawsuits in Virginia courts Proposal would create long-missing legal pathway, but governor’s changes draw pushback over limits on venue and damages Click here to read more , and Markus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury May 4, 2026
Government Spanberger signs rideshare safety bills tightening driver-checks, in-app protections New laws require stronger identity verification, expanded background screenings and optional audio, video recording during rides Click here to read more , and Markus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury May 1, 2026