Welcome President Biden! Please tell Democrats to open the schools NOW.
Statement of House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert on Department of Education Plan to Lower Standards
The Virginia Department of Education has begun discussions that could lead to the end of Virginia’s Advanced High School Diplomas by ‘consolidating them’ with standard diplomas in the name of ‘equity,’ as well as pushing all advanced math classes back to the 11th Grade for High School students. House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert issued the following statement: “Virginians have had … Read More
House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert Calls for Special Session to Investigate Parole Board
“I hope that House Democrats will change course and stand up for the rule of law, and help bring this shameful episode to an end.”
Parole Board Investigation: Recording details Northam officials’ grilling of watchdog agency
They still don’t think the Parole Board did anything wrong. That’s the top takeaway from a recording of a meeting between the Office of Inspector General and Northam Administration. The meeting, recorded and given to members of the press, shows an administration far more worried about politics and optics than following the law. Read the story here. By Graham MoomawVirginia … Read More
Statement of House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert on the Passing of Tom Farrell
House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert issued the following statement: “Words cannot express the shock we all felt at the news that we have lost Tom Farrell. No matter the endeavor, Tom did more than just succeed, he changed things for the better. His work ethic, his business acumen, and his generosity made our Commonwealth a better place. “Tonight we hold … Read More
House Republicans Field Historic Number of Candidates for 2021
With filing deadlines for primaries now past, House Republicans are excited to announce that we will have a historic number of Republican candidates this fall. House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert issued the following statement: “After two years of one-party rule in Richmond, it’s clear that Virginians are ready for change. This year we’re fielding the most candidates we have in … Read More
House GOP Leader Gilbert: Northam Should Add Emergency Clause to the ‘Open the Schools’ Bill
Late last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance on social distancing in schools, lowering the recommended distance between students from 6 feet to 3 feet, clearing the way for schools to reopen in Virginia. House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert issued the following statement: “The new guidance from the CDC is crystal clear: schools can safely … Read More
On Dr. Seuss’ Birthday…
With loving apologies to the author. The kids did not learn. The kids did not play.They sat on their laptops for day after day.Virtual learning was here in their room.They spent all their time on an unending Zoom. Loudoun County had problems, and they were not few.Test scores were dropping, and learning was too.But that’s not the problem the Board … Read More
House Republican Leadership Statement on Conclusion of the 2021 Legislative Session
House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert, Caucus Chair Kathy Byron, and Caucus Whip Jay Leftwich issued the following statement upon the conclusion of the 2021 General Assembly Session: “One of the most important issues facing Virginians over the past year was and continues to be the education of their children. “When schools were closed and various learning options were implemented, it … Read More
House GOP Leader Todd Gilbert Statement on the Retirement of Delegate Mark Cole
House Republican Leader Todd Gilbert issued the following statement: “The entire House Republican Caucus is sad to hear that our friend Del. Mark Cole will be retiring at the end of this current term. For his entire career, Mark has been a stalwart conservative and a fierce fighter for the people of the 88th District. He’s done his job so … Read More