To abide by social distancing for Wednesday's session, Virginia's House members gather outside under large white event tents while the Senate meets in a 11,000 sq. ft. space at a local museum.
Virginia's House members meet Wednesday in a large event tents on the Capitol grounds, conducing official business at least six feet apart while social distancing measures are still in effect.Virginia's House members meet Wednesday in a large event tents on the Capitol grounds, conducing official business at least six feet apart while social distancing measures are still in effect.
Members have been advised to dress comfortably, pack a lunch, and leave their ties at home."Apparently they are magnets for germs," wrote House clerk Suzette Denslow in an email. Staff have hauled lawmakers' voting machines, microphones, folding tables and chairs under the tents for Wednesday's outdoor session.Staff have hauled lawmakers' voting machines, microphones, folding tables and chairs under the tents for Wednesday's outdoor session.This session was supposed to be a victory lap for Virginia Democrats, who took control of the legislature in November. They passed far-reaching legislation on gun control, the environment, and education.
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