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Virginia Senate Democrats pledge action on affordability as 2026 session begins

Leaders cite rising costs for housing, health care and energy, and signal openness to tax changes amid looming budget pressures

Sen. Mamie Locke, D-Hampton, chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus, speaks during a news conference Tuesday in Richmond as Senate Democrats outlined their agenda for the 2026 General Assembly session, emphasizing affordability as their top legislative priority. (Photo by Markus Schmidt/Virginia Mercury)

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