Stand with veterans against Trump ~


One year ago, we landed one of the first and cleanest shots against the Trump administration of any progressive organization.

Watch the television ad featuring an Afghanistan veteran speaking directly to Donald Trump that we placed on Morning Joe — right where we knew Trump himself would see it. When you’re done, chip in $3 to help us keep elevating the voices of veterans willing to fight back against Trump.

http://action.votevets.org/trump_ad

Every day since and on the most important issues, we have taken the fight to Trump — and we have broken through. Your donation helps us keep fighting.

– The team at VoteVetsVoteVets

sick time check-up – workingwa.org


We are Working Washington

It doesn’t matter what your boss says. It doesn’t matter what your job title is. And it doesn’t matter what city you work in.

As of January 1, 2018, if you’re an hourly worker in Washington state, you get paid sick time.

And that’s why we’re reaching out today.

Can you answer a few quick questions to make sure your employer is following the new sick time law, and you and your co-workers are getting what you’re entitled to?

TAKE OUR SICK TIME CHECK-UP

Paid sick time has been the law since January 1st. Under the new law, all hourly workers in Washington get 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked — about 6 days a year if you work full-time. And the law says you have a right to use your sick time if you’re sick, for a medical appointment, or to care for a sick family member.

Now it’s up to us to make sure that right is a reality in every workplace in our state. Take our sick time check-up so we can see how we’re doing.

Thanks,

Working Washington

Several Eagles players already refusing to celebrate Super Bowl win with Trump


By refusing to visit the White House, Chris Long, Torrey Smith, and Malcolm Jenkins have taken a bold stance against this illegitimate president and the racist, xenophobic, and sexist policies he stands for. They are risking the alienation of his teammates, coaches, and fans in order to stand up for his principles.

Their stance shouldn’t be taken lightly. After the past year of national anthem protests on the field, and strong condemnation from team owners and Donald Trump, these players are putting their livelihood on the line and risking alienation from their teammates and fans – all to condemn racism and misogyny from this president. We’re in a pivotal moment when everyday Americans and public figures with shared values of justice and equity are using their powerful voices to say enough is enough–no more racism, no more anti-Muslim bigotry, no more misogyny, and no more Trump!We need to continue to support the athletes that are risking their livelihoods to stand up for justice.

 

Tell Chris Long, Torrey Smith, Malcolm Jenkins and the teammates that that join them, “Thank You!” for standing with our communities.

Richmond: Del. Chris Hurst


Bills, Bills, Bills….
We have filed 14 bills and 5 resolutions this session and I’ve been busy fighting for each of them in committee and even on the House Floor! Click on the bill numbers below to see a copy of the full text of the bill and to track its progress through the General Assembly.
Bill Number Purpose of the Bill Status
HB 486 Makes a technical change for a mixed-beverage license for the Old Price’s Fork Elementary School redevelopment into apartments and a brewpub. Passed the House, 92-6
HB 634 Allows for two-way video testimony by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in preliminary and sentencing court hearings Passed the House, 98-0
HB 489 Closes loophole to help counties and towns collect delinquent vehicle property taxes and license fees House vote on Monday
HB 1075 Punishes poachers who disrespect private property rights and law-abiding hunters House debates on Monday
HB 710 Establishes the Office of the Children’s Ombudsman because our current system lacks independent oversight. Passed General Laws Subcommittee #1. Awaiting referral to Committee on Appropriations
HB 488 Amendment to the Charter of the Town of Blacksburg Passed Counties, Cities, & Towns Subcommittee #3. Awaiting hearing in Counties, Cities, & Towns full Committee
HB 1187 Increases protections for landowners throughout the surveying process for natural gas pipeline projects Awaiting hearing in Commerce & Labor Subcommittee #3
HB 1188 Pipeline Leak Prevention and Containment Act, requiring standards for natural gas lines that mirror oil pipeline standards Awaiting hearing in Agriculture, Chesapeake, & Natural Resources Committee
Committee Reports
I’m honored and proud to now serve on both the House Committee on Education and the House Committee on Science & Technology.
Click the links below to learn more about my fellow committee members, the bills we’ve voted on, and to watch live video of committee proceedings.
Meetings with You!
So many of you from the New River Valley have come to Richmond to meet with my staff and me and discuss policy priorities. I’ve enjoyed meeting with students from Virginia Tech and Radford University and teachers from Radford City and Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski County schools. It’s also been great to see members of Blacksburg Town Council and Radford City Council as well as representatives of our local unions and largest employers.
    
If you will be in the Richmond area and would like to schedule a meeting, please contact me at DelCHurst@house.virginia.gov. I would love to see you!
Upcoming Events
I hope to see you all at my upcoming Town Hall meetings. Like my page on Facebook to find more information about time, place, and location!
Thank you all for your continued support. It is an honor to represent you in Richmond. I hope that you’ll continue to reach out to me with feedback as the General Assembly session continues. And as always, please let me know if I can ever be of assistance to you.
Super Bowl LII Prediction: Eagles 27, Patriots 21 Go Birds!
Yours in service,