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Dear Neighbor,

In the second week of the "short" 45-day General Assembly session, we have been working quickly to advance a legislative package to improve our schools. We have filed legislation that will elevate education standards, empower teachers to regain control of their own classrooms, and ensure students have the resources they need to succeed. Most importantly, the proposals incorporate input from both parents and teachers from Central Virginia and across Virginia.
Empowering Teachers & Listening to Parents
This year, I have filed legislation to empower parents and bring more transparency to our school system. My bill, HB 1893, would require school boards to post on its website in a prominent location: (i) a list of each textbook to be used in any elementary or secondary school, and (ii) the Standards of Learning and any associated curriculum framework that correlate with any course or class to be offered in any elementary or secondary school. This common-sense measure would allow parents to have greater knowledge of the materials taught from in our public school system.

Disruptive classrooms make it harder for teachers to do their jobs. A recent JLARC study underscores the severity of the issue: 56 percent of those surveyed in our schools said behavior is a “very serious issue,” while another 24 percent called it a “serious” problem. It is beyond time for teachers to regain control of their classrooms and reestablish the consistency needed to instruct students effectively and without distractions.
 
Fortunately, legislation (HB 1461, Wiley) has been introduced that will empower teachers with the support they need to allow them to better handle discipline in their classrooms. By reducing disruptions, classrooms can return to an environment where teachers can actually teach and students can actually learn.
 
Addressing Learning Loss & Preparing Students for Success
Recent reports from the Department of Education related to student test scores show a clear and immediate need for more resources for our students to succeed. The General Assembly cannot be idle and hope that students recover from the learning loss brought on by the pandemic and virtual learning – parents and teachers deserve support now.
 
House Republicans are answering that call by advancing legislation (HB 2269, Greenhalgh) that earmarks specific unspent federal funds to invest in our students and combat learning loss. Moreover, we are promoting legislation (HB 1526, Coyner) that expands proven and effective reading support to more students across Virginia. This legislation received unanimous approval in a House subcommittee and awaits further consideration in the legislative process.
 
Governor Youngkin’s State of the Commonwealth Address 
Meanwhile, Governor Glenn Youngkin delivered his State of the Commonwealth address last week, which highlighted various accomplishments over the past year while stressing a renewed mission to lower taxes, improve our schools, and make our streets safer. House Republicans are delivering on these goals – and you will continue to hear more about them over the next few weeks.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: As the Democrat-led Senate killed all pro-life bills on Friday morning, Liberty University students left early for the March for Life, where they led the march for the first time ever. These students are the future of the Commonwealth. Their commitment encourages me in our fight in the General Assembly to protect the sanctity of human life.
My Sponsored Legislation
As this year is a "short" 45 day session, we were limited to submitting 15 total bills. This year, I've sponsored legislation focused on parental rights, public safety, deregulation, and making government more efficient in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Below are a couple bills that I would like to highlight:
 
If you’d like to view a complete list of my legislation that I've sponsored and co-sponsored, feel free to click here. You can also track any other legislation in the General Assembly at www.lis.virginia.gov.
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Share Your Thoughts
I am truly grateful for your unwavering support and trust you have placed in me to represent our community in Richmond. I will never stop fighting for our great Commonwealth and its people. As always, if you have any questions about what is going on in Richmond, want to share a legislative idea, or would like me to know where you stand on a specific issue, please do not hesitate to contact me at wendell@wendellwalker.org.

My office is here to serve you! If you are having any issues with a state agency (DMV, Employment Commission, Veterans Services, etc.), please do not hesitate to reach out to me. 

Kind regards,


Delegate Wendell S. Walker
Virginia House of Delegates

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