Sen. Aaron Rouse (D-Virginia Beach)

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Party

Democratic

District

7: Virginia Beach City (Part), Norfolk City (Part) [map]

Took Office

January 2023

Next Election

November 2019

Website

rouseforsenate.com

Twitter

@aaronrousevabch

Copatroning Habits

59% of bills he copatroned were introduced by Democrats. Of all of the copatrons of his bills, 79% of them are Democrats. Of all of the copatrons of all of the bills that he also copatroned, 60% of them are Democrats.

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Recent Mentions in the Media

Richmond Times-Dispatch: Richmond's mobile home communities to see housing repairs May 27, 2023 | 5:00 am

Richmond Times-Dispatch: Cancer-causing gas in Henrico worrying EPA, residents May 27, 2023 | 4:30 am

Richmond Times-Dispatch: Afghan students find refuge at small Tappahannock school May 26, 2023 | 6:00 am

Richmond Times-Dispatch: 'Hadestown' headed to Broadway in Richmond May 25, 2023 | 9:00 am

Richmond Times-Dispatch: VA county rejects paying claims in 'catfish' killings May 25, 2023 | 2:00 am

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From the Legislator’s Website

Aaron Rouse to be Democratic Nominee for SD-07 Special Election November 16, 2022 Democratic Party of Virginia Chairwoman Susan Swecker released the following statement on Aaron Rouse becoming the Democratic nominee for Virginia’s 7th Senate District special election. “Congratulations to Aaron Rouse, a born and raised Virginian and faithful public servant, for becoming the Democratic nominee for the 7th State Senate District. Whether it was serving on the […] The post Aaron Rouse to be Democratic Nominee for SD-07 Special Election appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

Special election for Virginia’s 7th Senate District set for January 10 November 14, 2022 The seat became open Tuesday after Republican State Sen. Jen Kiggans resigned ahead of joining the U.S. House in January VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A special election for the Virginia Senate’s 7th District is set for Jan. 10, 2023, Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office announced Tuesday. The election will fill the seat that Republican State Senator […] The post Special election for Virginia’s 7th Senate District set for January 10 appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

13News: Aaron Rouse will run for Virginia Senate seat held by Jen Kiggans November 13, 2022 The Virginia Beach councilman and former pro football player will run for the seat Jen Kiggans is vacating following her election to the U.S. House. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Former pro football player and Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse announced he will run for a Virginia Senate seat in the 7th District, which is currently […] The post 13News: Aaron Rouse will run for Virginia Senate seat held by Jen Kiggans appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

Aaron Rouse shows record-breaking support in first fundraising report of State Senate campaign July 28, 2022 Rouse’s victory in this election would be history making as the first African American Senator elected from Virginia Beach VIRGINIA BEACH (14 July 2022) — Councilman Aaron Rouse released his first fundraising report for his State Senate campaign in the 22nd District. Since the launch, the Rouse for Senate campaign raised more than  $130,000 with […] The post Aaron Rouse shows record-breaking support in first fundraising report of State Senate campaign appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

Aaron Rouse named Harvey L. Lindsay Changemaker Honoree by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads April 20, 2022 Congratulations to Virginia Beach City Councilman Aaron Rouse for being named the 2022 Harvey L. Lindsay, Jr. Changemaker Honoree. Rouse is a changemaker living out his mission to provide, protect and produce greatness for Virginia Beach. Rouse began his career in public service after retiring from the NFL, serving as a coach and a mentor […] The post Aaron Rouse named Harvey L. Lindsay Changemaker Honoree by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

WTKR: Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse set to run for 2023 state Senate March 14, 2022 RICHMOND, Va. – Virginia Beach City Councilman Aaron Rouse has officially announced his run for state Senate. He will run for the Virginia State Senate, District 22. Rouse announced the news on his Facebook page with the following statement: The post WTKR: Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse set to run for 2023 state Senate appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

WAVY: Aaron Rouse not seeking re-election, switches campaign for State Senate in newly created district March 14, 2022 City Councilman Aaron Rouse is running for Virginia Beach’s next State Senator from the 22nd District. Rouse will not seek re-election to the City Council this fall. Rouse announced his campaign on social media Monday afternoon for the newly created district where currently no incumbent state senators live. The former NFL player was elected to […] The post WAVY: Aaron Rouse not seeking re-election, switches campaign for State Senate in newly created district appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

Pilot: Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse to run for state senate March 14, 2022 Written By Stacy Parker. Virginia Beach City Councilman and former NFL player Aaron Rouse announced Monday that he’s not seeking reelection for the council and will instead run for state senate. “I’m really excited to continue to be able to work for Virginia Beach and have more of impact,” Rouse said by phone on Monday. […] The post Pilot: Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse to run for state senate appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse announces candidacy for State Senate March 14, 2022 Rouse Announces his Campaign with Endorsements from Leaders Throughout the Commonwealth for New Virginia Beach-Based District. Virginia Beach City Councilman Aaron Rouse announced his candidacy today for the State Senate in Virginia’s 22nd District, which includes parts of the city of Virginia Beach. Aaron’s victory in this election would historically mark the first time a […] The post Virginia Beach Councilman Aaron Rouse announces candidacy for State Senate appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

13 News: Virginia Beach City Councilman, former NFL player Aaron Rouse will run for state senate March 13, 2022 A Virginia Beach city councilman said he’s ready to make the move from City Hall to the General Assembly. Aaron Rouse announced Monday that he’d be running for a seat in the Virginia Senate. He’s aiming to represent the newly-drawn 22nd District. Rouse, a former NFL player, has served on the Virginia Beach City Council […] The post 13 News: Virginia Beach City Councilman, former NFL player Aaron Rouse will run for state senate appeared first on Aaron Rouse for Senate.

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