An incoming Virginia delegate wants to expand use of speed cameras • Civil rights attorney announces candidacy for Virginia’s First District congressional seat
Henrico Newsflash – Jan. 4, 2023
An incoming Virginia delegate wants to expand use of speed cameras
When they reconvene this month, Virginia lawmakers will consider a proposal to allow local governments to install speed cameras wherever they deem them necessary, with penalties of up to $100 for violations.
Bill patron Del.-elect Mike Jones, D-Richmond, said the legislation is intended to increase speed enforcement and reduce the number of traffic fatalities. Click here to read more
Civil rights attorney announces candidacy for Virginia’s First District congressional seat
Leslie Mehta, a community advocate and former lead attorney for the ACLU of Virginia, is running for the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s First District congressional seat, which includes western Henrico County and portions of 14 other localities, mostly east of Richmond along the Eastern Shore. Mehta announced her candidacy on Thursday. Republican Rob Wittman is the district’s incumbent representative. Click here to read more
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