Virginia State and Local Government

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General Assembly

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The legislative branch of the VA state government.

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Governor

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The head of the executive branch of the VA state government.

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State Court System

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The judicial branch of the VA state government.

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House of Delegates

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Lower house of the VA state government.

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VA Senate

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Upper house of the VA state government.

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Federalism

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The splitting of powers between the national and state governments.

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Commander in Chief

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The governor is in charge of the security of the state (police, fire, etc.)

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Chief Legislator

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The governor proposes laws to the general assembly and influences state lawmaking.

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Primary issues at State Level

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Education, public health, environment, state budget, revenue

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Lawmaking process in VA Assembly

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Introduce a bill, Committee, Debate, Vote, Send to Governor