Constitutional amendment; political reform (first reference). (SJ19)

Introduced By

Sen. Amanda Chase (R-Midlothian) with support from co-patron Sen. Joe Morrissey (D-Richmond)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate

Description

Constitutional amendment (first resolution); political reform. Prohibits the establishment of electoral districts that intentionally or unduly favor or disfavor any political party and requires the General Assembly to regulate the role of money in elections and governance to ensure transparency, to prevent corruption, and to protect against the buying of access to or influence over elected officials. Read the Bill »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed

History

DateAction
01/02/2020Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/08/20 20102435D
01/02/2020Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections
01/21/2020Continued to 2021 in Privileges and Elections (15-Y 0-N) (see vote tally)