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BRAC Working Group

What is it? Community Drop-In Hours. A time for constituents to discuss state issues with their General Assembly delegate.

Where is it? Thomas Jefferson Library, Conference Room, 7415 Arlington Boulevard, Falls Church.

When is it? This Saturday, July 24, 10am to 12pm

Should I RSVP? There’s no need to call ahead.  Just come by anytime between 10am and 12pm.

• Delegate Herring Needs Your Help
• Volunteer Night in August
• Del. Herring’s Note On The Restoration of Voting Rights
• BRAC Update

Welcome to Delegate Herring’s Newsletter

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. I hope you find the information in here valuable. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.

I NEED YOUR HELP

I am hopeful that you have found the work that I have done for the 46th District and for Virginia to be outstanding. In order for me to continue my work, I will need to win my re-election campaign in 2011. I cannot do that without your help, it is that simple. Please contribute $25, $50, $100, or whatever you can today so that I can continue to my work. The most important part of my re-election campaign is communicating with my constituents. I send mailers to my constituents including this weekly newsletter during the year. This costs money. I simply cannot do this without you. I know that money may be tight for you, so a contribution no matter the amount would be appreciated.

VOLUNTEER WITH DEL. HERRING

Please join Delegate Herring on for letter stuffing and pizza, Thursday, August 12, 6:00 – 9:00 PM at the Alexandria Democratic Committee (618 N. Washington Street).

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. As promised, I will continue to update you on the business of the General Assembly and the state throughout the year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office.

Sincerely,

Charniele

DEL. HERRING’S NOTE ON RESTORATION OF VOTING RIGHTS

Yesterday, the Voting Rights Restoration Working Group met before our final report to the Governor is presented in August. The good news is that the Governor’s office has not failed to meet their commitment to restore voters’ rights within 60 days of receiving a completed application. There has been improved coordination between the Courts and the Governor’s office which has lead to a more speedy process and hundreds of applications being approved since April. Given that there has been no change in the Constitution of Virginia allowing for the automatic restoration of voting rights, the movement on the Restoration of Voting Rights is commendable. However, I am concerned with maintaining the status quo – allowing a Virginia Governor to have authority to determine the restoration of voting rights for individuals who have completed their sentences for non-violent felonies. What happens to voting rights, four years from now, should we not have a Governor who does not desire to commit the resources to voting rights restoration for non-violent felons? Under our current system, if a Governor decides not to restore voting rights, then there is no requirement to do so. Therefore, I have always been a supporter of automatic restoration of voting rights.

In preparation of next year’s session, my office is surveying states which have automatic restoration of voting rights to determine if their process is more efficient in terms of the resources committed to determine a person’s eligibility and the time it takes for the process to be complete. If you have any ideas or suggestions, please let me know by emailing me at info@charnieleherring.com.

BRAC UPDATE

This week I met with Senator Warner, state legislators, City and County Officials regarding the Senator’s Study of Federal Funding for Transportation Improvements in BRAC cases which is being conducted by the National Academies Transportation Research Board. As many of you are aware, the Defense Access Road Funding criterion outlines the following scenarios which will allow federal funding for road construction.

• The installation needs a new access road to accommodate the defense action
• A defense action causes traffic to double
• The installation needs a new or improved access road to accommodate a temporary surge in traffic to or from the installation due to a defense action
• The installation needs a new or improved access road to accommodate special military vehicles such as heavy equipment or transport vehicles, or
• The installation needs a road to replace one closed because of military necessity

The problem is that it does not appear that the BRAC 133 will fit within any of these criteria. Therefore, I believe that a declaration by the Secretary of Defense that national security requires the construction is the only hope that we may have to get federal funding which I stressed at the meeting.

Also, please join us on Thursday, July 29, 7:30-9:00 pm for the first Northern Virginia BRAC Working Group. VDOT will discuss VDOT’s Traffic Studies, Access Studies and the New Traffic Study that is about to be started for BRAC 133. Department of Army will do a presentation of its TMP. Ellen Coolidge Burke Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA. Contact, Office of Delegate Charniele Herring, Jennifer Bissett, Legislative Aide, 703-606-9705, RSVP not required but appreciated so that we can ensure that we have sufficient accommodations.

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The Transformation of Tysons

The Comprehensive Plan Amendment to guide “The Transformation” or redevelopment of Tysons Corner was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on June 22^nd. The new Plan orients future growth into eight separate districts around four Metrorail stations on the new Silver line.

With a planning horizon of 20 years, the Plan calls for a “new downtown” for Fairfax County; a downtown where future growth can be accommodated in a denser, transit-oriented, more compact development pattern. Parks, public spaces, public art, and vibrant residential mixed use elements are called for in the new Plan.

Adoption of the Plan marks the end of a unique collaborative planning process that has taken place over the past five years. The Tysons Task Force, chaired by Clark Tyler, worked for four and a half years (beginning in the summer of 2005) to produce a Vision for the Transformation of Tysons in anticipation of the new Metro Stations. The Vision is exciting and forward thinking. The thirty-six member Task Force consisted of representatives from throughout the County, including land owners, major employers, and community organizations.

In September 2008, the Task Force presented its Vision to the Board of Supervisors. Our Board, chaired at the time by Gerry Connolly, voted unanimously to refer it to the Planning Commission for the development of detailed Comprehensive Plan text.

The Planning Commission’s Tysons Committee, chaired by Commissioner Walter Alcorn, has worked for almost two years to bring us to this point. All together, close to two hundred community meetings and workshops have been hosted. The process has been one of inclusiveness, transparency and creativity and I am impressed with the recommendations that have resulted from it.

While adoption of the plan marked the end of one process, it is also a beginning. With adoption of the Plan, Fairfax County is moving forward on a long term strategy for accommodating future growth in Fairfax County; a Smart Growth pattern of development that is transit-oriented, walkable and environmentally sensitive. The Tysons Plan language is not the end of the process – it represents a new lifestyle choice. The Plan is a long range tool for guiding change in Tysons. It will also be a demonstration to guide other redeveloping areas of the County that can be served by transit.

Fairfax County’s Asian Sisters

From June 14^th through June 20^th, 2010, I visited Fairfax County’s Sister City, Harbin, in northern China.

Harbin became our Sister last year as part of a National Association of Counties trip to the Washington Metropolitan area. Mount Vernon District Supervisor Gerry Hyland suggested the partnership when the District of Columbia, upon learning that Harbin is not a capital city, declined at the last minute to sign on to an agreement. Harbin is known as The Ice City, and hosts a famous Ice Festival, with intricate ice carvings, during the winter months. Costs for this trip were covered by the Harbin government and Visit Fairfax, which is funded entirely through a portion of revenue from hotel taxes. I covered my own airfare.

Harbin is an up-and-coming city of ten million people in northern China, near Russia and Mongolia. They have begun ambitious plans to redevelop a large area of the city north of the Songhua River. Plans include Research and Development parks for IT, aviation, aerospace, navigation, automobiles and rail transport. Members of our delegation included Supervisor Gerry Hyland and Visit Fairfax CEO Barry Biggar. We were impressed that the Harbin government is building six bridges across the river – in three short years.

President of Visit Fairfax, Barry Biggar, with our guide, Cathy, looking at revitalization plans for Harbin.

Harbin has thirty other Sisters, which means Fairfax County has gained many cousins throughout the world in addition to our Sister City in Songpa-gu, Seoul, Korea. Future plans call for the establishment of teacher and student exchanges between our two Sisters. A first group of three Fairfax County teachers are expected to be leaving to teach in Songpa-gu, Korea this summer. All expenses for their trip will be paid for by the Songpa-gu government. Teachers from Songpa-gu will gain teaching experience in Fairfax County schools this winter and will be hosted in Fairfax County homes.

Historic Bell Garden Ground Breaking Meadowlark Gardens

With over 35,000 residents of Korean descent, Fairfax County has one of the largest Korean-American populations in the United States. The Korean-American community has made great contributions to Fairfax County in many ways. With the creation of a Korean Bell Garden at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, we all will have a place where we can learn and appreciate more about Korean culture.

This will be the first Korean Bell pavilion on the East Coast and the only Bell Garden in North America. We owe the success of this effort to Ms Jeung Hwa Elmejjad-Yi, the Chair of the Korean-American Cultural Committee (KACC). KACC had a vision for this place about five years ago and started looking around Fairfax County for the right location. Supervisor Penny Gross played a critical role in introducing KACC to the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority.

On Sunday, June 27^th, I was joined by Supervisors Cathy Hudgins and Penny Gross as we broke ground for the traditional pavilion that will hold the large bell. The pavilion is being built at the garden by carpenters from Korea who are trained in building traditional structures. The pavilion, with its traditional loop roof design and hand carvings, will be in place within a few months. The Bell is also being handcrafted by a bell maker in Korea and is considered a national treasure. With images of herons, dogwoods and other natural flora and fauna that are present both in Virginia and Korea, this bell and pavilion will highlight the natural connections between Korea and Virginia. This kind of massive bell has been crafted on the Korean peninsula since 700 A.D.

In addition to the bell and pavilion, this site provides the perfect place to build a traditional Korean garden around the bell, much like something you would find in an ancient Korean palace. The terraced rocks, scenic views of the lake, meandering trails, and trees native to the Korean peninsula like maples and red pines, are all elements that would be common in a Korean garden.

The planning for this garden has attracted the help of some of the best artistic minds in the world. Professor David Chung of the University of Michigan designed the bell and pavilion. Professor Young-Sun Chung of Seoul University, an expert landscape architect, is currently working to refine the plans for the garden.

In addition to the artistic talent this project attracted, it has also enjoyed financial support from many in our community, without whom the project would not be possible. And, we are deeply honored that the Republic of Korea has also contributed greatly to the success of this project that will symbolize the partnership between our two countries.

Community Spotlight on Great Falls Citizens Association Cool Communities Project

One of the reasons I am proud to represent Fairfax County is the engaged and innovative people who live here. There are many fine examples of what Fairfax residents can achieve and this month, I want to take this opportunity to highlight the work being done by the Great Falls Citizens Association to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions from their homes and businesses.

For the past several months, the Cool Communities Carbon Reduction Project team has been researching techniques and solutions to improve energy efficiency. It can be difficult for people to sort through all the information out there, but the program the Cool Community has created is straightforward and provides clear suggestions about what homeowners can do to reduce their energy consumption, and even it includes information about incentives to help get you started. Once a property has scored 20 or more points on the Cool Communities checklist, it becomes a “Cool Neighbor”. Reducing energy consumption also reduces energy bills for homeowners and businesses.

There are already over 200 households participating in this program, and the Great Falls Citizens Association hopes that more of their neighbors will continue to join to create a truly Cool Community. The positive impact will continue to grow with each additional household that participates. For more information you can call Mark Thomas in my office at (703) 324-2321.

• Delegate Herring Needs Your Help

Welcome to Delegate Herring’s Newsletter

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. I hope you find the information in here valuable. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.

I NEED YOUR HELP

I hope that you are pleased with my work ethic and approach to being the best representative that I can be for you in the Virginia General Assembly.  I have tried to bring harmony to the political process and find real solutions to the obstacles that come our way.  Since session has adjourned this spring, I have been extremely busy working for the interests of all Virginians.   I participated in the Governor’s Restoration of Rights Working Group providing recommendations to make the restoration of rights process be more efficient; I created a Northern Virginia region Community BRAC Working Group so that residents have a central place resource for information and coalition.  Along with the community and Winkler Preserve representatives, I worked to save the Winkler Nature Preserve.    I was named Legislative Hero by the League of Conservation Voters.

Your contribution will allow me to continue to inform voters about what is happening in Richmond as well as our community.

You have supported me in the past and I don’t take it for granted.  I need your help to continue.   Please contribute  $50, $100, $250, $500 or whatever you can today.

Greetings!

This 4th of July, we celebrate the 234th anniversary of our nation’s independence.  I am proud of our country and the freedoms that we have today.  For over 200 years Americans of every race, religion, and creed have had the political courage to stand up  for what they believe is best for our country.  While we may not all agree on every issue, the beauty of our nation is that we have a democratic process which allows us to debate the issues and implement policy.  Admittedly, there have been times when our nation has hit bumps along the way but the important thing is that we have learned from our mistakes.  It truly is an honor to be elected to the oldest legislative body of our nation.

So, Happy Birthday America.  You are young and may you continue to grow.  I hope that you all have a safe and happy 4th of July.

Sincerely,

Charniele

OVER 900 NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT IN VIRGINIA TODAY

Today over 9000 new laws take effect in Virginia.  You can read about this session’s highlight here, click on the button that says “Session Highlights.”  Some of them are as follows:

Seat Belts: If a police officer finds a 16 or 17 year old without a seat belt there will be a $24 fine.

Teen Drinking and Driving: Courts are allowed to suspend both the motor vehicle and driver’s license or impose a driving curfew for persons under 18 twice convicted of underage drinking.

The “Move Over” Law. Drivers must pull aside for tow truck drivers and highway maintenance workers, giving them extra protection when they’re working.  Virginia joins 38 other states which currently have the same law.

Tasting Events at ABC Stores. Alcohol and Beverage Control stores are permitted to host tasting events under certain circumstances.

THE 1ST NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY BRAC WORKING GROUP MEETING SCHEDULED FOR JULY 29, 2010

The new BRAC facilities around the area undoubtedly will cause unprecedented traffic delays in the Northern Virginia area.   The I-395 corridor will serve five major military sites.  Among them, Mark Center in Alexandria which will have 6,400 new workers and  the EPG and Ft. Belvoir Main Post which will have 14,000 new workers in the next year.  As I visited with different civic groups in Northern Virginia, I realized that there was no central group where all residents can meet, have presentations, discussions and brain storm on ideas regardless of their physical boundaries.   It is time that we all come together, regardless of what county or city in which our home sits, and come up with a clear area wide strategy.

WHO: Delegate Herring and VDOT Representative

WHAT: Review and Discussion of Traffic Management Plan and Zoning Issues

WHEN: July 29, 2010, 7:30-9:00 PM

WHERE: Ellen Cooledge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304

Contact: For additional information or questions, please contact my legislative office at 703-606-9705.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON FAMILY EMERGENCY PLANS FROM THE ASSISTANT TO THE GOVERNOR ON COMMONWEALTH PREPAREDNESS

This week, I received the following messages from the Governor’s office.  It is important that you’re your family and friends are prepared for the hurricane season.  Please read and share this information with others.

It Only Takes One …

Hurricane predictors say that the 2010 season will be very busy.  But it only takes one tropical system to cause extensive, expensive damage from surging water, high winds, tornadoes and inland flooding.  Every Virginia family should get ready now.

Every home should have these essentials: a family emergency plan, three-days of bottled water and non-perishable food, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio to hear emergency information, and extra batteries.

Make a family emergency plan.  If you had to leave, know in advance where you would go and where you could take your pets.

Identify several places you could stay in an emergency – perhaps a friends’ home in another town, a hotel or public shelter if necessary.

Choose an out-of-town friend or relative as a family point of contact, and be sure every family member has that person’s phone number.

Go to www.ReadyVirginia.gov for family plan worksheets.  Click on Make a plan.

Get essential emergency supplies. Start with at least a three-day supply of bottled water and packaged and canned food.  Add a manual can opener, flashlights and extra batteries, first aid kit and medications.  Store in waterproof containers that have wheels or that you can lift easily.  Get an emergency supply checklist at www.ReadyVirginia.gov.  Click on Get a kit.

Listen to emergency information from officials.  In case there is no power, you will need a battery-powered radio and extra batteries.  Listen to local media for the best information about your area.  Consider purchasing a battery-powered or hand-crank radio with a weather band so you can get information directly from the National Weather Service.

Also, be aware that flooding is the most common disaster in Virginia, and it is costly.  Just an inch or two of water in a home or business adds up to about $8,000 in repairs.  Homeowners’ insurance policies don’t cover flooding, so talk to your agent now about flood insurance.  It usually takes about 30 days for a new flood policy to go into effect.  See www.floodsmart.gov or call 1-800-427-2419.

Is your family ready for hurricane and flood season?

Families who are ready recover faster

Although meteorologists can’t predict exactly how tropical systems and hurricanes will affect Virginia this year, there is one prediction that will come true: families who are ready will recover much better and faster than those who are not.

Everyone should be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least the first 72 hours after a storm hits.  Every home should have at least four basic items:

A family emergency plan

• Three days’ of bottled water (one gallon per person per day)
• Three days’ of non-perishable food
• A hand-crank or battery-powered radio with extra batteries for listening to emergency information from local media and officials
• Store these items in waterproof containers that have wheels or that you can lift easily in case you have to leave.

To see a short Ready Virginia video about getting ready for hurricane season and making a family emergency plan, go to http://www.youtube.com/vaemergency#p/u.  You also can request a new publication, Virginia’s Hurricane Evacuation Guide, by writing to pio@vdem.virginia.gov or calling 1-866-782-3470.

To learn more about getting ready for tropical storms, hurricanes and flooding, go to www.ReadyVirginia.gov.  For information in Spanish, visit www.ListoVirginia.gov.  While visiting those Web sites, take a quick survey to measure Virginia’s overall preparedness for disasters and emergencies.

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Dear Friends and Neighbors,

It is a privilege to represent and serve the people of the 36th Senatorial District of Virginia. Much of the 2010 General Assembly Session was spent working to close a large budget gap due to the loss in receipts coming into the state treasury. We were forced to make about$4.2 billion in reductions. Last year federal economic stimulus dollars helped prevent our being forced to make many deep cuts in core state services. This year we weren’t quite as lucky. Many members of the General Assembly refused to consider any tax or fee increases, although a few increases managed to pass in budget negotiations.

I am particularly pleased that the General Assembly members in Northern Virginia worked in a bipartisan manner to unfreeze the Local Composite Index (LCI), the formula by which the state funds local schools. This saved about $61 million in education funding for Fairfax County and $22.6 million for Prince William County.

A detailed update on legislation actions and the budget are enclosed in this newsletter. I hope you will find this information helpful.Your input and participation are important. Please continue to contact me about issues of concern on matters affecting our District and Commonwealth. I will continue to work to protect the rights and needs of all of you and for responsible fiscal management of our Commonwealth.

Sincerely,

Toddy

Sen. Puller presents a Senate Resolution recognizing the accomplishments of Ms. Virginia Senior America for 2009 Mrs. Maureen F. Ribble of Mt. Vernon. Her husband Johnny is on the right.

Governor Bob McDonnell signs Senator Puller’s Constitutional Amendment Bill for property tax exemptions for 100% disabled veterans and their spouses. L-R: Del. Rich Anderson (R-51); Del. Scott Lingamfelter (R-31); Del. John Cosgrove (R-78); Sen. John Miller (D-1); and Sen. Puller (D-36).

In This Issue

• Delegate Herring Needs Your Help
• Delegates Herring, Ebbin, and Hope Hold Prison Reform Town Hall

Welcome to Delegate Herring’s Newsletter

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. I hope you find the information in here valuable. As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.

I NEED YOUR HELP

I am only able to continue the work that I do for you with your financial support. We are closing in on the June 30th fundraising deadline for the General Assembly. Please contribute $25, $50, $75, $100 or whatever you can today. Your contribution will help my campaign as it will allow me to continue my communications with constituents — the most critical piece of campaigning. I need your help.

DELEGATES HERRING, EBBIN, AND HOPE TO HOLD PRISON REFORM TOWN HALL

Please join Delegates Herring, Ebbin, and Hope for a Prison Reform Town Hall to discuss the State of Incarceration.

Experts from Legal Aide Justice Center, Virginia C.U.R.E., Governor McDonnell’s office, and Senator Jim Webb’s office will comprise the panel and will answer questions from the audience.

WHEN: TODAY: Thursday, June 24th, 2010, 7:00-9:30PM
WHERE: Walter Reed Community Center, 2906 16th St S, Arlington, VA

Greetings!

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. As promised, I will continue to update you on the business of the General Assembly and the state throughout the year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office.

Sincerely,

Charniele

VIRGINIA’S GIRLS STATE, AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE

Yesterday, I was honored to speak with over 150 students at the Virginia Girl’s State at Longwood University during a session. I shared my experience growing up in Fairfax County and my path to public service. Afterward, we had a question and answer session. I was impressed by the depth of knowledge that these young women have with respect to Virginia Policy. Among the topics of discussion were:home schooling; the Chesapeake Bay Act; Virginia’s budget; and metro rail to Dulles; and funding to fix a damaged school in Blacksburg Virginia.

The second highlight of the day was having lunch with seven of the students. We talked about their aspirations and steps they plan to take to achieve their goals. There should be no doubt that if we are so lucky that these young women decide to make their homes in Virginia as adults, Virginia will be a very strong state. Our future is certainly bright.

DELEGATE HERRING ATTENDS CRIME COMMISSION’S FIRST PROTECTIVE ORDER WORKING GROUP

This past Tuesday, the Virginia State Crime Commission held its first Protective Order Working Group meeting. Seven bills were referred from the General Assembly for study including Delegate Herring’s bill HB 453. Her bill would allow a police officer to serve an emergency protective order during a subject stop such as a traffic stop. "The first meeting seemed very productive", said Delegate Herring. "The Working Group reviewed all the bills referred and had a free exchange of ideas about the benefits and challenges that each bill had." Additionally, there was a discussion about making changes to the Virginia Code so that all of the laws regarding protective orders are in one section instead of scattered through-out the Code.

If you would like information about the bills referred to the Crime Commission or you have an idea to make our laws to protect individuals from violence or stalking, please contact Delegate Herring.

If you are interested in attending the Crime Commission meetings which are open to the public the following is the schedule: September 8, 2010, November 15, 2010 and December 8, 2010. All meetings are held at 10:00 am in Senate Room A, in the Capitol Building, Richmond, Virginia.

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PO Box 11779, Alexandria, VA 22312

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In This Issue

Del. Herring Tasked as VA’s Point-Person for NFWL’s Oil Spil Coalition

Welcome to Delegate Herring’s Newsletter

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter.  I hope you find the information in here valuable.  As always, please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.

DEL. HERRING DESIGNATED VA’S POINT PERSON FOR NFWL’S DEEPWATER HORIZON SPILL COALITION

The National Foundation of Women Legislators (NFWL) has formed a coalition of a select group of elected women leaders, industry experts, and officials from across the nation to address the Deepwater Horizon Spill.  Delegate Herring is serving as point-person to the NFWL Deepwater Horizon Spill Coalition for Virginia.  “This issue affects more than just the Gulf States.  It affects Virginia and the entire realm of the energy industry in this Country.  I must do something,” said Delegate Herring.

“I want to get the word out to my constituents and any industry expersts in the state – if you have a solution that will aid in this effort, let me know, contact my office right away at DelCHerring@house.virginia.gov,” Delegate Herring continued.  “As I receive communication from the concerned Virginians who want to do their part to help, I will filter through them and get those that are viable to the highest level officials as quickly as possible through the coalition.”

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Greetings!

Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. As promised, I will continue to update you on the business of the General Assembly and the state throughout the year. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact my office.

Sincerely,

Charniele

DELEGATE HERRING WILL PARTICIPATE ON VIRGINIA STATE CRIME COMMISSION’S PROTECTIVE ORDER WORK GROUP

During the 2010 session, Delegate Herring successfully patroned HB 458 which removes a requirement that attorney’s receive approval from a court to subpoena witnesses to get a protective order for their clients.  The new law goes into effect July 1, 2010.  She also patroned HB 453 to increase the rate of service of emergency protective orders.  "Law enforcement officers have expressed concern that many times, during a subject stop, when they check an identity of a subject they discover that an emergency protective order has been issued. However, these officers are not able to constitutionally hold the subject at the stop while they wait for back-up to bring the emergency protect order to serve on the subject," said Delegate Herring.  "My bill would transcend that hurdle," she continued.

The process for protective orders has come under scrutiny since the death of University of Virginia student Yardely Love.  The Virginia State Crime Commission decided to review Virginia’s protective order process before her murder.  "Generally, Virginia has had a good reputation of protecting victims of crime.  I am proud to be at the table as we analyze and decide how to make the protective order process better in our state," said Delegate Herring.

DEL. HERRING SLATED TO GIVE KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT LUNCHEON FOR THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE TO END HOMELESSNESS JULY 14

On July 13-14, 2010, the National Alliance to End Homelessness will host at least 1,000 participatns from across the nation in Washington, DC to discuss how partnerships can be formed to build upon the movement to end homelessness. Participants will include developers, service providers, foundations, mental health professionals, welfare adminisartors and elected officials.

"I am honored to have been invited to address leaders from across the nation about homelessness and to share my thoughts about ending homeless ens in our nation," said Delegate Herring. "There is no doubt that many are suffering in our nation, from middle class families and those who are in poverty.  One of the key factors in ending homelessness is prevention.  This can happen with efficient coordination between private enterprises and the government," she continued.  

During the 2010 legislative session, Delegate Herring sponsored legislation to remove people from a state of homelessness to housing.  She successfully fought to limit proposed cuts to homeless programs. 

"One of the most troubling aspects of homelessness in our nation is that the largest homeless populations are children and veterans. Our country can do better when it comes to those who represent our future and those who have fought for our freedom," said Delegate Herring.

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PO Box 11779, Alexandria, VA 22312

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