Va. Dems Seek to More than Double Their Pay - While Imposing Host of . . . Indeed, an amendment to the Virginia state budget (SB30), introduced by Democrats L Louise Lucas in the state Senate and Vivian Edna Watts in the House of Delegates, would more than double their salaries, raising the pay in both chambers by about 150%
Virginia Democratic Lawmakers Vote Themselves A 278% Pay Raise RICHMOND, Va (7News) — Legislators in Virginia could see a nearly 300% pay increase if an amendment added to the budget by Democrats in the state Senate makes it to Gov Abigail Spanberger ‘s desk
Virginia Democrats Push Legislator Pay Raise as Tax Burdens Mount on . . . Virginia Democrats face backlash for proposing a legislator salary increase to $45,000 amid rising costs for families Critics argue the timing reflects a disconnect between lawmakers and constituents struggling with inflation and higher taxes