Virginia
Virginia
House of Delegates LowerSenate Upper
Legislative Orientation ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber offer an orientation program for new legislators at the beginning of a term? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Which best describes the length of the New Member orientation program? | Multiple days | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Legislative process/procedure | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Legislative research and bill drafting | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Role of committees/training of chairs/vice chairs | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Ethics/conflicts of interest | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Harassment policies of your chamber | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Budget process | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | District office setup or member expense reimbursement | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Clerk or Secretary's office | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Presiding officer or presiding officer's staff | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Drafting staff | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Committee staff | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Security Personnel | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Accounting | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Human Resources | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Other (please specify) | Information Technology, Support Services |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Reimbursement for travel expenses to attend orientation | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Networking opportunities with other newly elected members | |
| House of Delegates | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Provision of state-issued electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.) | |
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber permit remote participation in the orientation program? | No | |
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber provide an orientation program for members elected in a special election? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber provide on-going training opportunities for all members throughout the legislative term? If yes, please note what topics are typically addressed. | Yes | For new members, there is an opportunity to review process after the beginning of session and before crossover and the budget process. |
Leadership ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates | Is Lt. Governor a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Delegates | Is President a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Delegates | Is Speaker a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Speaker? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | How is the Speaker selected and by whom? | Elected | by the House membership |
| House of Delegates | How long are the terms for the Speaker? | Open-ended response | 2 years |
| House of Delegates | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Speaker? | Open-ended response | 1, Preside over the House during daily Session 2. Assign Committees and legislation to Committee |
| House of Delegates | Is Pro Tempore a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Pro Tempore? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | How is the Pro Tempore selected and by whom? | Other | Members allowed to act as Pro Tempore are delineated in House Rule 2 |
| House of Delegates | How long are the terms for the Pro Tempore? | Open-ended response | While serving in the positions listed as possible Speakers Pro Tempore |
| House of Delegates | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Pro Tempore? | Open-ended response | Preside over the House during Floor Session if the Speaker is unavailable |
| House of Delegates | Is Majority Leader a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Majority Leader? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | How is the Majority Leader selected and by whom? | Elected | by members of the Majority Party prior to the beginning of Session |
| House of Delegates | How long are the terms for the Majority Leader? | Open-ended response | no fixed terms [must remain a House member] |
| House of Delegates | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Majority Leader? | Open-ended response | To be the Speaker's Floor manager |
| House of Delegates | Is Assistant Majority Leader a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Delegates | Is Minority Leader a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Minority Leader? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | How is the Minority Leader selected and by whom? | Appointed | by members of the Minority party |
| House of Delegates | How long are the terms for the Minority Leader? | Open-ended response | no fixed terms [must remain House member] |
| House of Delegates | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Minority Leader? | Open-ended response | Being the chief spokesperson of the Minority Party |
| House of Delegates | Is Assistant Minority Leader a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Delegates | Is Majority Whip a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Is Minority Whip a current position in your chamber? | Yes |
Political Caucuses ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber/state have at least one active political party caucus? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | How are political party caucuses organized in your chamber/state? | By legislative instrument | |
| House of Delegates | Do the caucuses have written bylaws or other binding rules or customs that govern their meetings? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | Do the political party caucuses have legislative staff assigned to them? | Yes | |
| House of Delegates | What role do those caucuses play? | Gather and disseminate information | |
| House of Delegates | What role do those caucuses play? | Formulate policy | |
| House of Delegates | What role do those caucuses play? | Host or participate in social and community events | |
| House of Delegates | Who can attend caucus/delegation meetings? | Members only | |
| House of Delegates | Does your chamber/state have other caucuses based upon interests other than political party? If yes, please specify. | Yes | yes, we have special interest caucuses |
Enrolling Procedures ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates | Is the act or chapter number assigned before enrolling? | No (space left, added later) |
Data status for Virginia
The current standing of every Virginia record in ILP. If your chamber can update or confirm any of this, contact the ILP editors via the About page.
| Topic | Chamber | Survey record | Status | Last Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolling Procedures | House of Delegates | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Enrolling Procedures | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Leadership | House of Delegates | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Leadership | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Legislative Orientation | House of Delegates | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Legislative Orientation | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Political Caucuses | House of Delegates | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Political Caucuses | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
No specific answers are currently flagged for update.