May Releases

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger continues to focus on creating jobs, expanding opportunity across the Commonwealth, and helping more Virginians find stable careers to earn a good living and support their families.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced $2.48 million in strategic investments through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF), supporting six transformative projects that will expand access to financing for underserved communities across Virginia.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the appointment of David Wilkinson to serve in her cabinet as Virginia’s Chief Transformation Officer.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that TurbineOne, Inc. — a California-based defense technology firm specializing in AI-powered machine learning software solutions — will establish its headquarters in Fairfax County, Virginia, creating 22 new jobs through a $424,000 investment. As part of this expansion, TurbineOne will develop T1 Edgeworks, an innovative, experiential learning site designed to showcase the advanced capabilities and real-world applications of their technology.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today named Madeline Duffy — a Nottoway High School special education teacher — as the 2027 Virginia Teacher of the Year. Duffy was selected last month as the Region 8 Teacher of the Year and is now Virginia’s nominee for the 2027 National Teacher of the Year.

STAFFORD, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed several bipartisan bills focused on keeping Virginians safe and healthy, strengthening conservation efforts, and preserving Virginia’s natural beauty for future generations.

RICHMOND, VA — To celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that more than $2.2 million in matching grant and sponsorship funds will be awarded to 143 local tourism programs.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement after the Supreme Court of Virginia ruled to overturn the results of Virginia’s redistricting referendum.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the launch of a statewide tour focused on developing a comprehensive economic development policy to guide her Administration’s work to deliver results for business, workers, and communities. This roadmap will be focused on growing Virginia’s economy, creating economic opportunity for all Virginians, and making clear to companies across the nation why Virginia is the best place to start or expand their operations.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed landmark legislation creating a paid family and medical leave program to support more than three million workers across the Commonwealth. Virginia is the first state in the South with statewide paid family and medical leave.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger continues to focus on making Virginia the best place in the nation to raise a family, create a career, and build a business.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today on Grounds at the University of Virginia signed legislation to help law enforcement officers keep students, faculty, and staff safe on college and university campuses in the aftermath of the 2022 shooting at the university.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed a package of bipartisan legislation focused on addressing high energy costs for families, increasing energy generation in Virginia, and putting the Commonwealth on the path to greater energy independence.

FAIRFAX, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed a package of bipartisan legislation to tackle the high cost of healthcare, make prescription drugs more affordable, and ensure more Virginians have access to the care they need.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that April revenues grew 6.9 percent compared to the previous April. On a fiscal year-to-date basis through the first ten months of Fiscal Year 2026, collections have grown 7.3 percent. Growth has been driven by strong individual income tax and strong sales tax receipts, while corporate income taxes have lagged. Compared to the official forecast assumed in the amended budget, revenues are ahead of expectations by 3.3 percent.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger signed 25 bills passed during the 2026 General Assembly Session.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger announced today that Innovative Refrigeration Systems — a provider of advanced industrial refrigeration, cold chain, and temperature-controlled infrastructure solutions for complex and mission-critical facilities — will invest $19 million to expand operations at its Augusta County manufacturing campus. The expansion will support recent biopharma manufacturing investments in Virginia and make it easier for medication to reach hospitals, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers across the nation.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger last week signed a series of bills aimed at addressing the high energy costs Virginia families are facing and making healthcare more affordable and accessible across the Commonwealth.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today directed state finance officials to conduct an updated revenue forecast to support negotiations on the Commonwealth’s next biennial budget. Consistent with standard forecasting practice, the revised forecast will include updated projections through Fiscal Year 2031.

HENRICO, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed legislation led by General Assembly members from both parties focused on strengthening schools, addressing teacher shortages, and making sure parents know their kids are receiving a quality education.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger announced she is issuing additional vetoes after the 2026 reconvene session.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today took action to strengthen public safety, reaffirm federal law enforcement accountability, and provide guidance to Virginians holding public positions — including as poll workers, courthouse security personnel, and public school and hospital staff.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed landmark legislation to create a statewide paid sick leave program for Virginia workers, ensuring that the more than one million workers who currently lack access to paid sick days can take care of themselves and their families without sacrificing their wages.

ABINGDON, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today highlighted Virginia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen rural healthcare access and workforce development during a visit to Virginia Highlands Community College.

ABINGDON, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed bipartisan legislation to support Virginians struggling with substance abuse and take steps to make sure they can receive the help they deserve.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) will invest $19 million to expand operations and create 210 new jobs at the company’s Arlington County headquarters. IDT delivers mission-critical solutions that accelerate the delivery and fielding of complex, software-driven capabilities to support U.S. servicemembers.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the following board appointments.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Jabil — an engineering-led, supply chain-enabled manufacturing company — will establish a new manufacturing site at Crosspointe Logistics Center in Prince George County to produce critical power distribution systems and solutions for Siemens, a worldwide leader in industrial manufacturing and engineering. The facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2026 and expected to create 352 new jobs for Virginians in the region.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed a package of bipartisan legislation focused on lowering childcare costs for parents, strengthening early childhood education, and empowering small businesses to better recruit and retain talented employees.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that she removed Rector John Rocovich from the Board of Visitors of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and appointed Edward “Ed” Baine to complete his term, which ends on June 30, 2027. Baine was previously appointed to the Board of Visitors on July 1, 2018 by Governor Ralph Northam and reappointed on July 1, 2022 by Governor Glenn Youngkin.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed bipartisan legislation into law aimed at lowering the cost of childcare for Virginia parents — and reiterated her commitment to continuing to make life more affordable for families across the Commonwealth.

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Hyper Solutions — a digital infrastructure business services and manufacturing firm founded in Virginia in 2022 — will invest $2 million to expand operations in Henrico County and create 56 new jobs in the region. Hyper uses a decentralized manufacturing process to provide customers around the globe with power distribution and integrated module solutions through a network of manufacturing partners.

RICHMOND, VA — In response to devastating spring frost and freeze events that impacted crops across the Commonwealth, Governor Abigail Spanberger this week issued a request to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins, urging the federal government to expedite disaster assistance for Virginia farmers affected by the unseasonable cold.