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So Far, W.Va. Secretary of State Kris Warner Reports That 1,198,019 Voters are Registered to Participate in the May 12th Primary Election
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 25 (TNSrep) -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued the following news on April 23, 2026:
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So far, WV Secretary of State Kris Warner reports that 1,198,019 voters are registered to participate in the May 12th Primary Election
As of April 23rd, WV Secretary of State Kris Warner is reporting that 1,198,019 voters are registered and eligible to participate in West Virginia's May 12th Primary Election, according to data released today (see the attached file marked "Apr2026" (https://sos.wv.gov/media/690/download?inline)).
The total number of registered
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CHARLESTON, West Virginia, April 25 (TNSrep) -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued the following news on April 23, 2026:
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So far, WV Secretary of State Kris Warner reports that 1,198,019 voters are registered to participate in the May 12th Primary Election
As of April 23rd, WV Secretary of State Kris Warner is reporting that 1,198,019 voters are registered and eligible to participate in West Virginia's May 12th Primary Election, according to data released today (see the attached file marked "Apr2026" (https://sos.wv.gov/media/690/download?inline)).
The total number of registeredvoters eligible to participate in the election will be finalized before the end of the day on April 28th when counties have a practical deadline to have poll books of registered voters available for in-person voting. Until then, Warner said that counties will be processing and verifying voter registration applications that came through the WV Secretary of State's online voter registration portal or that were postmarked and mailed on or before April 21st.
Early voting in-person begins on April 29th and runs for ten days through May 9th.
The attached file marked "January 2024" (https://sos.wv.gov/media/629/download?inline) shows voter registration at the start of the 2024 election cycle.
The file marked "VR Totals by Specific Date" (https://sos.wv.gov/media/691/download?inline) compares various years with party registration totals.
Here are some objective facts about party registration changes that have been a topic of discussion in the media lately:
* Since January 31, 2024, a total of 68,235 registered West Virginia voters have switched parties.
* Of those voters who have changed their party affiliation since January 2024, the data shows the following changes: (the attached spreadsheet (https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.constantcontact.com%2Fe949222d701%2F8ad02c41-17d4-4cd5-bd4f-8b7c93b6aa38.xlsx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK) shows all changes, these are just the highest numbers):
- 20,003 switched from Unaffiliated to Republican
- 16,910 switched from Democrat to Republican
- 12,299 switched from Democrat to Unaffiliated
- 7,559 switched from Republican to Unaffiliated
- 5,211 switched from Unaffiliated to Democrat
- 2,399 switched from Republican to Democrat
The attached spreadsheet shows party affiliation changes that have been made since January 2024.
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Original text here: https://sos.wv.gov/article/so-far-wv-secretary-state-kris-warner-reports-1198019-voters-are-registered-participate-may
NJDOL Lifts Two Stop-Work Orders Against Union City Contractor on State Projects After Settlement Reached
TRENTON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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NJDOL Lifts Two Stop-Work Orders Against Union City Contractor on State Projects After Settlement Reached
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) reached a settlement with Solidframe LLC of Union City after issuing two stop-work orders against the contractor on April 10, 2026 for multiple labor law violations affecting workers on public works projects at Island Beach State Park and the New Jersey State Library. The
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TRENTON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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NJDOL Lifts Two Stop-Work Orders Against Union City Contractor on State Projects After Settlement Reached
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) reached a settlement with Solidframe LLC of Union City after issuing two stop-work orders against the contractor on April 10, 2026 for multiple labor law violations affecting workers on public works projects at Island Beach State Park and the New Jersey State Library. Theemployer paid all liabilities owed, and both stop-work orders were subsequently lifted as of April 23.
Stop-Work Order #1:
Work Location: The Nature Center at Island Beach State Park
Nature of Work: Upgrades
Violations: Unpaid wages/late payment; failing to properly classify employees; improper classification of construction workers; failure to pay prevailing wage; inaccurate certified payroll records; Earned Sick Leave violations.
Workers Affected: 7
Stop-Work Order #2:
Work Location: New Jersey State Library in Trenton, N.J.
Nature of Work: Interior upgrades
Violations: Unpaid wages/late payment; failing to properly classify employees; improper classification of construction workers; failure to pay prevailing wage; inaccurate certified payroll records; Earned Sick Leave violations.
Workers Affected: 2
"The violations found at these state sites are exactly why NJDOL's stop-work order authority exists," said Assistant Commissioner for Wage and Hour Compliance Joseph Petrecca. "We will not allow workers on public projects to be shortchanged, and the swift resolution of this case demonstrates that these enforcement tools work."
NJDOL has issued 217 stop-work orders since these powers were expanded in July 2019.
Stop-work orders are initiated by NJDOL to halt work being performed in a manner that exploits workers or is otherwise noncompliant with state laws and regulations. An employer may appeal a stop-work order, in which case NJDOL has seven days to schedule a hearing.
NJDOL continues to monitor locations where stop-work orders have been issued and can assess civil penalties of $5,000 per day against an employer conducting business in violation of the order. The stop-work order may be lifted if and when any remaining back wages and penalties have been paid and all related issues have been resolved.
NJDOL maintains a record of registered public works contractors that should be consulted by any government agency or entity before hiring for a public works project. Doing so can help avoid unnecessary project delays and extra costs to businesses, schools, government entities and taxpayers. The list contains thousands of businesses, and is searchable by name, address, registration date, and certificate number.
In addition, registered public works contractors are required to participate in Registered Apprenticeship programs, which ensure that public funds contribute to the training of New Jersey workers in the construction sector.
For more information on worker benefits and protections, please visit myworkrights.nj.gov.
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Original text here: https://www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhome/press/2026/20260424_stop_work.shtml
NJDOL Halts Work for Two New York Contractors on Newark Apartment Complex Construction Project
TRENTON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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NJDOL Halts Work for Two New York Contractors on Newark Apartment Complex Construction Project
The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued separate stop-work orders against two out-of-state contractors on April 14, 2026, after NJDOL investigators found wage theft and multiple labor law violations affecting workers on the construction of an apartment building at 430 Market Street in Newark.
Employer #1: DM Windows, Staten Island, N.Y.
Nature
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TRENTON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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NJDOL Halts Work for Two New York Contractors on Newark Apartment Complex Construction Project
The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued separate stop-work orders against two out-of-state contractors on April 14, 2026, after NJDOL investigators found wage theft and multiple labor law violations affecting workers on the construction of an apartment building at 430 Market Street in Newark.
Employer #1: DM Windows, Staten Island, N.Y.
Natureof Work: Window installation
Details: DM Windows was hired to the project by subcontractor Silhouette Glass U.S. of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Violations: Improper classification of construction workers; failing to properly classify employees; hindering the investigation/failure to provide records; unpaid wages/late payment; minimum wage, overtime rate, and Earned Sick Leave records and notification/posting violations.
Workers Affected: 43
Employer #2: BLK1 Construction Corp., New York, N.Y.
Nature of Work: Carpentry
Details: BLK1 Construction Corp. was hired to the project by subcontractor Pop Interiors Inc. of Monroe, N.Y.
Violations: Improper classification of construction workers; failing to properly classify employees; hindering the investigation/failure to provide records; unpaid wages/late payment; records, overtime rate, and Earned Sick Leave records and notification/posting violations.
Workers Affected: 38
"New Jersey's labor laws apply to every employer working in this state, regardless of where they come from," said Assistant Commissioner for Wage and Hour Compliance Joseph Petrecca. "Out-of-state employers who do business in New Jersey have a legal obligation to play by our rules and treat workers fairly."
NJDOL has issued 219 stop-work orders since these powers were expanded in July 2019.
Stop-work orders are initiated by NJDOL to halt work being performed in a manner that exploits workers, or is otherwise noncompliant with state laws and regulations. An employer may appeal a stop-work order, in which case NJDOL has seven days to schedule a hearing.
NJDOL continues to monitor locations where stop-work orders have been issued, and can assess civil penalties of $5,000 per day against an employer conducting business in violation of the order. The stop-work order may be lifted if and when any remaining back wages and penalties have been paid and all related issues have been resolved.
For more information on worker benefits and protections, please visit myworkrights.nj.gov.
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Original text here: https://www.nj.gov/labor/lwdhome/press/2026/20260424_stop_work_newark.shtml
Md. A.G. Brown Announces Charges Filed Against Capital Jazz
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 25 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Announces Charges filed against Capital Jazz
Capital Jazz alleged to owe refunds for cancelled Jazz "SuperCruises"
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today that his Consumer Protection Division has filed a Statement of Charges against Maryland-based Capital Jazz, a local promoter of music-themed events including annual Jazz "SuperCruises," and the company's owner, Clifford Hunte.
The Division alleges that Capital Jazz and
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BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 25 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Brown Announces Charges filed against Capital Jazz
Capital Jazz alleged to owe refunds for cancelled Jazz "SuperCruises"
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Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today that his Consumer Protection Division has filed a Statement of Charges against Maryland-based Capital Jazz, a local promoter of music-themed events including annual Jazz "SuperCruises," and the company's owner, Clifford Hunte.
The Division alleges that Capital Jazz andHunte cancelled a SuperCruise scheduled to depart for the Caribbean in March 2026 and has failed to pay refunds to expecting purchasers. According to the charges, the cancellation violated an earlier settlement the Division reached with Capital Jazz in June 2025 regarding its failure to pay refunds for previously canceled SuperCruises. As stated in the charges, the Division is aware of at least 103 consumers it alleges are owed refunds totaling at least $642,240 for the cancelled 2026 SuperCruise. The Division believes that these consumers are likely only a portion of those who are owed refunds from the cancelled cruise.
The Division alleges that Capital Jazz not only violated the Consumer Protection Act by canceling the 2026 SuperCruise, but also by failing to pay restitution and penalties owed under its prior settlement.
"Capital Jazz made a commitment to Maryland consumers and broke it, and then they brazenly did it again," said Attorney General Brown. "My Office intends to use every legal tool available to hold it accountable in its failure to honor its obligations to consumers."
The charges are scheduled to be heard before the Maryland Office of Administrative Hearings on July 21, 2026. Consumers with questions about the Attorney General's charges filed against Capital Jazz, including consumers who may believe they are owed refunds, can call 410-528-8662.
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Original text here: https://oag.maryland.gov/News/pages/Attorney-General-Brown-Announces-Charges-filed-against-Capital-Jazz.aspx
In Lycoming County, Shapiro Administration Highlights Williamsport Lumber Yards Land Redevelopment Project, Turning Former Landfill Into New Sports Complex
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 25 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news on April 24, 2026:
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In Lycoming County, Shapiro Administration Highlights Williamsport Lumber Yards Land Redevelopment Project, Turning Former Landfill into New Sports Complex
DEP Secretary Jessica Shirley and other officials highlighted the need for new resources for the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Fund
Governor Shapiro has called for $20 million for HSCF in his 2026-27 budget proposal to stabilize the program until permanent funding is found
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Williamsport, PA -Yesterday,
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HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, April 25 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news on April 24, 2026:
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In Lycoming County, Shapiro Administration Highlights Williamsport Lumber Yards Land Redevelopment Project, Turning Former Landfill into New Sports Complex
DEP Secretary Jessica Shirley and other officials highlighted the need for new resources for the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Fund
Governor Shapiro has called for $20 million for HSCF in his 2026-27 budget proposal to stabilize the program until permanent funding is found
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Williamsport, PA -Yesterday,Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Jessica Shirley along with Senator Gene Yaw, Williamsport Mayor Derek Slaughter, Lycoming County Commissioner Scott Metzger, and Jason Fink, President/CEO of the Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce visited the new Williamsport Lumber Yards ballfield complex to highlight the success of an Act 2 Land Recycling Program project in the City of Williamsport, which transformed a former landfill into a new regional sports tourism destination. DEP's technical review was supported by staff funded through the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act (HSCA).
"This location was an eyesore and a hazard right in the heart of Williamsport, and now it's an amazing baseball field and sports complex made possible in part thanks to funds from the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act," said Secretary Shirley. "Not only do those funds help protect public health and the environment, but they also help turn unproductive and contaminated sites into vibrant businesses and recreational spaces --like new ballfields in a community known for baseball."
Governor Josh Shapiro has proposed a one-time $20 million transfer in the 2026-27 budget proposal to support HSCA, which will allow for state-led site investigations and remediation projects. The HSCA program conducts initial investigations into land and water pollution to identify responsible parties. When none can be found, HSCA funding supports cleanup solutions such as land remediation and water treatment. The one-time funding in the Governor's proposed budget will help stabilize the program while the Shapiro Administration works with the General Assembly and stakeholders to identify a long-term funding solution.
"The Lumber Yards are a perfect example of how smart investment and collaboration can turn a long-neglected site into something that truly benefits the community," said Senator Yaw. "What was once a contaminated landfill is now a safe, vibrant space for youth sports and community activity here in Williamsport. I'm thankful to our local and state partners for joining us today to highlight the important work done to transform this space."
The Williamsport Lumber Yards recently opened for its inaugural season and has begun hosting its first travel ball tournaments and youth clinics. The complex features six lighted synthetic turf fields, a collegiate-sized field, modern concessions, and hospitality spaces. It is anticipated to be a significant driver of economic activity for the regional hospitality industry.
The 28-acre site was an unregulated landfill in operation from approximately 1960 to 1978, where a variety of waste streams -- including hazardous waste, hospital waste, septic tank waste, and incineration residue -- were disposed of. Portions of the site were later used by a construction services company and for storage of road salt and cinders.
Cleanup and remediation activities undertaken at the site through the Act 2 Land Recycling Program included: soil sample collection and analysis; removal of four underground storage tanks; engineered controls, including a soil cap and vapor mitigation barrier to eliminate future pathways of exposure to visitors; and the future implementation of an environmental covenant to ensure proper long-term stewardship of the property.
HSCA provides funding for DEP staff in the Act 2 Land Recycling Program, which encourages the voluntary cleanup and productive reuse of contaminated commercial and industrial sites. Since it was established by legislation enacted in 1995, the Act 2 Program has approved 13,688 cleanups across all 67 counties in Pennsylvania.
What Pennsylvanians are reading about the Williamsport Lumber Yards Land Redevelopment Project:
* PennLive: State officials use new Pa. athletic complex to pitch for hazardous waste cleanup funding (https://www.pennlive.com/news/2026/04/state-officials-use-new-pa-athletic-complex-to-pitch-for-hazardous-waste-cleanup-funding.html)
* Williamsport Sun-Gazette: Williamsport's new sports complex a 'phoenix rising from the ashes' (https://www.sungazette.com/news/top-news/2026/04/williamsports-new-sports-complex-a-phoenix-rising-from-the-ashes/)
* 28/22 News: Landfill turns into baseball destination (https://www.2822news.com/news/landfill-turns-into-baseball-destination/amp/)
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Original text here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/newsroom/2026-04-24-in-lycoming-county-shapiro-administration-highlights-williamsport-lumber-yards-land-redevelopment-project
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Sues to Block Proposed ICE Detention Facility in Surprise
PHOENIX, Arizona, April 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Sues to Block Proposed ICE Detention Facility in Surprise
Attorney General Kris Mayes today sued Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Todd Lyons, ICE, and DHS to block a proposed detention facility in Surprise, AZ.
"The Trump administration has run roughshod over federal law in its rush to expand detention capacity across the country," said Attorney General
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PHOENIX, Arizona, April 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Sues to Block Proposed ICE Detention Facility in Surprise
Attorney General Kris Mayes today sued Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Todd Lyons, ICE, and DHS to block a proposed detention facility in Surprise, AZ.
"The Trump administration has run roughshod over federal law in its rush to expand detention capacity across the country," said Attorney GeneralMayes. "The federal government did not ask the people of Surprise whether they wanted this facility in their backyards. They simply bought a warehouse, handed a $300 million contract to a private company and told the City to deal with it. We will do everything in our power to demand accountability from the federal government and to protect the health and safety of this community."
The lawsuit filed today alleges that DHS and ICE have not conducted or publicized the environmental reviews required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) before proceeding with such a facility. The proposed facility also violates the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which requires the federal government to arrange for "appropriate" places for immigration detention. Given its location in a potential chemical hazard zone, the Surprise facility is not, and will never be, suitable for use as a mass detention facility.
Reports indicate that the proposed facility could house anywhere from hundreds to up to 1,500 individuals at any given time. The Surprise Warehouse was built as an industrial distribution facility for up to four commercial tenants -- not a space to house hundreds of human beings. Because the federal government has conducted no environmental review, the State has no way of knowing how they plan to modify the warehouse for its new purpose. As currently constructed, the Surprise Warehouse almost certainly lacks the water and wastewater infrastructure needed to safely house that many people.
Under NEPA, the federal government is required to take at least one of the following steps before moving forward:
* Identify a categorical exclusion,
* Compile an environmental impact statement, or
* Conduct an environmental assessment, resulting in either an environmental impact statement or a formal, public finding of no significant environmental impact.
The defendants did none of the above.
The Surprise Warehouse sits in an area zoned for industrial use -- directly across the street from a facility storing thousands of gallons of hazardous chemicals. Housing a captive population that close to such a facility poses serious and unacceptable risks. The detention facility would also increase traffic in the area and strain the city and state's ability to provide emergency services, particularly in the event of an incident at the chemical warehouse across the street.
That warehouse also stores chemicals at levels that trigger federal Risk Management Plan requirements under the Clean Air Act. But the warehouse's Risk Management Plan was filed on January 1, 2026, three weeks before the announcement of the ICE facility. It does not consider the potential hazards made possible by the presence of a mass detention facility next door.
"The Trump administration is not exempt from following the law - placing such a facility in this area is reckless and dangerous," said Attorney General Mayes. "My office will not stand by while the federal government puts this community at risk."
Attachments
2026-04-24 Arizona v. Mullin Complaint with exhibits. (https://www.azag.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/2026-04-24%20Arizona%20v.%20Mullin%20Complaint%20with%20exhibits.pdf)
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-sues-block-proposed-ice-detention-facility-surprise
A.G. Jones Holds Roundtable to Promote Fair Housing in Virginia
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 25 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Jay Jones Holds Roundtable to Promote Fair Housing in Virginia
Event facilitated dialogue and highlighted partnerships between government agencies, advocacy organizations, and impacted community members
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Attorney General Jay Jones held a roundtable to advance fair housing for all in the Commonwealth on April 21, 2026, at the VCU Health Hub in Richmond's East End. The conversation between community leaders, advocates, and elected officials centered
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RICHMOND, Virginia, April 25 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on April 24, 2026:
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Attorney General Jay Jones Holds Roundtable to Promote Fair Housing in Virginia
Event facilitated dialogue and highlighted partnerships between government agencies, advocacy organizations, and impacted community members
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Attorney General Jay Jones held a roundtable to advance fair housing for all in the Commonwealth on April 21, 2026, at the VCU Health Hub in Richmond's East End. The conversation between community leaders, advocates, and elected officials centeredthe impact of the inequitable housing system into actionable strategies.
"My office will enforce fair housing laws to the fullest extent, but we know that enforcement alone is not enough. We must take steps to prevent fair housing issues before they arise. That's why discussions like the one we held today are vital," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "We have a responsibility to listen, to partner, and to work with those who understand these issues and the real-life consequences first-hand. Joining these communities where they're at and showing up is how we return this office to the people of our Commonwealth."
The chasms in access to opportunity and equality left behind by the blatantly discriminatory housing practices in America's history still exist today, despite the passage of the landmark Fair Housing Act in 1968 and the Virginia Fair Housing Law four years later. Dialogue centered on barriers roundtable participants have seen as it relates to fair housing, and opportunities for collective action between attendees. The Office of the Attorney General's role in enforcement and as a resource for stakeholders was also discussed.
Palmer Heenan, Senior Assistant Attorney General and Section Chief for the Office of Civil Rights, gave remarks on the rights and protections of Virginians in all aspects of the housing process. Attorney General Jay Jones was also joined by:
* Senator Lamont Bagby, SD14
* Delegate Rae Cousins, HD79
* Amoore Speed, New Virginia Majority organizer in Southwood Community
* Tom Fitzpatrick, Executive Director Housing Opportunities Made Equal
* Latoya Gray-Sparks, Community Outreach Coordinator, Virginia Department of Historic Resources
* Christopher Rashad Green, Legal Aid Justice Center organizer in Petersburg
* Liz Hayes, Director of the Virginia Fair Housing Office
* David Young, Executive Director, Friends Association for Children
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Original text here: https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/3008-attorney-general-jay-jones-holds-roundtable-to-promote-fair-housing-in-virginia
