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Oldest continuously operating legislative body
in the Western Hemisphere, since 1619.

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House of Delegates:
House recessed at 4:16 p.m. pursuant to the provisions of HJR 6001
Senate of Virginia:
The Senate Reccessed at 12:53 PM, October 31, 2025, pursuant to HJ 6001 until reconvened with at least 48 hours notice by the call of the chair of the<br>Senate Committee on Rules.
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Virginia's Government

House of Delegates
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The Virginia House of Delegates has 100 Delegates, elected every 2 years.
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The Senate of Virginia has 40 Senators, elected every 4 years.
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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.
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The Constitution of Virginia allows the General Assembly to establish administrative agencies and commissions to support the legislative process.

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