Oldest continuously operating legislative body
The Legislative Branch of
Virginia's Government
        House of Delegates
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                                The Virginia House of Delegates has 100 Delegates, elected every 2 years.
                            Senate
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                                The Senate of Virginia has 40 Senators, elected every 4 years.
                            Studies & Commissions
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                                When creating legislation that solves complex challenges, the General Assembly often creates a legislative study or commission to deal with subject matter that requires more in depth analysis.
                            Agencies
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                                The Constitution of Virginia allows the General Assembly to establish administrative agencies and commissions to support the legislative process.
                            Visit the Capitol
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