Priorities

Since 2017, Schuyler has fought in the House and Senate to invest in Virginia’s public education system, increase access to affordable healthcare, lower prescription drug costs, and pass common-sense gun safety legislation.

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Investing in Education

Since day one, my top priority has been strengthening our public schools across the Commonwealth, and I’m proud to be the only full-time public school teacher in the General Assembly. Since I was elected in 2017 to the House of Delegates, I’ve fought for increased public school funding, helped raise teacher pay by 5%, increased access to school counselors, and advocated for students day in and day out. As Senator, I’ve led the fight to increase public school funding, increase the number of support staff in schools, and level the playing field for all students applying to college. But there is so much more work to do, like reducing the cost of higher education, and making sustained investments to ensure every child has access to a world-class education in the Commonwealth.

Accomplishments

SB 46 - Legacy Admissions Ban

I patroned the bipartisan bill that made Virginia the first state in the country to ban legacy admission for institutions of higher education after the Supreme Court’s June 2023 ruling in the Students for Fair Admissions case against Harvard and the University of North Carolina. This law will bring fairness to our higher education system by ensuring that every student will be judged on their own merits and potential

SB 127 and SB 128 - School Counselors and School Funding

I introduced two bills designed to widen access to mental health resources in schools and increase public school funding. I introduced Senate Bill 127 to increase the number of counselors and support staff in our schools so that our children have the resources they need to thrive. I introduced SB 128 in order to rework our existing school funding formula to better reflect the needs of local school divisions. I will continue to champion legislation that supports our students, teachers, and public school system.

HB 292 - K-12 SRO and SSO MOU’s Revision

I’ve championed legislation like House Bill 292 which requires more frequent and transparent reviews of memorandums of understanding between school boards and local law enforcement agencies. This bill enables more cooperative relationships between families, communities, school divisions, and school resource officers – all of whom have a role in the safety & security of the young people & staff inside our schools.

HB 585 - Workgroup to revise SOL assessments

I passed House Bill 585 to limit excessive, high-stakes standardized assessments and work towards implementing rigorous performance-based tests that will assess a student’s ability to apply their knowledge and skills in ways that a multiple-choice test cannot ascertain.

HB 2117 - Children’s Services Act

Children’s Services Act workgroup and expansion of transition services through 1 calendar year for students with disabilities transitioning back to public school environments or their least restrictive environment

I expanded the Children’s Service Act to expand transition services for up to 12 months when a child is transitioning back to public school from private day placement. This piece of legislation helps support our students with disabilities access services – like a one-on-one aide – if placement in a public school is what is best for the child and family.

Linked Articles

–Virginia Bans Legacy Admissions in Public Universities and Colleges

–Youngkin Signs Bill Banning Legacy Preferences at Virginia Public Colleges

–Virginia House Democrats move closer to mandating that schools reopen

–We must get kids back in school safety (RTD op ed)

–Virginia General Assembly mandates in-person instruction starting this July

Gun Violence Prevention

The gun violence epidemic in our nation is felt here in Western Henrico and across Virginia. We owe it to our kids and neighbors to pass robust, meaningful gun violence prevention legislation. As your State Senator, I promise to be a consistent vote for gun safety legislation. That is why I was proud to bring Republicans and Democrats together to pass “Lucia’s Law.” “Lucia’s Law,” named after 13-year-old Lucia Bremer of Henrico County, was designed to prevent tragedies before they occur, ensuring that firearms are kept out of the hands of juveniles who pose a risk to themselves or others. I will always fight to protect our children and communities from needless gun violence – not pander to the gun lobby.

Accomplishments

Lucia's Law (SB 44)

In 2024, I introduced SB 44, which will hold negligent gun owners accountable by creating a class 5 felony penalty of child neglect for adults who allow a child to possess a firearm after being notified that the child poses a threat of violence. This piece of legislation passed with strong bipartisan support and will encourage gun owners to safely store their firearms out of reach of minors. This new law, named in Lucia Bremer’s honor, represents a monumental bipartisan victory, further underscoring the Commonwealth’s commitment to keeping Virginia’s children safe in their communities and classrooms.

Red Flag Law/Extreme Risk Protective Orders (HB 674 / SB 240)

I voted to pass Red Flag Law/Extreme Risk Protective Orders (HB 674 / SB 240) which created a civil process to take guns from those who pose an immediate danger to themselves or others. Virginia’s red flag law has now been used hundreds of times since taking effect in mental health cases and domestic violence cases. This law is being used to get that person the treatment and the help that they need by temporarily taking their guns and making that community safer.

Universal Background Checks (HB 2 / SB 70)

I voted for Universal Background Checks (HB 2 / SB 70) to enforce on gun transfers, eliminating existing loopholes. These background checks exist in 20 states, lowering homicide and suicide rates. 91 percent of Virginians support universal background checks.

HB 1083

In 2020, I voted for (HB 1083). This bill made recklessly leaving loaded, unsecured firearms around minors under the age of 18 where individuals are at risk of death or injury would be classified as a Class 6 felony. Preventing young people from accessing firearms protects not only that child or family, but the entire community.

Firearm Ban for Convicted Domestic Abusers (HB 1992)

In 2021, I voted for a firearm ban for convicted Domestic Abusers (HB 1992)

This law prohibits a person convicted of misdemeanor assault and battery of a family or household member from purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm for three years following their conviction.

Linked Articles

–Youngkin Signs ‘Lucia’s Law,’ Prompted by Henrico Girl’s Murder

-One of three Democrats chosen to serve on a select committee for school safety to address prevention of school shootings and safety after the Parkland School shooting

–2019 Op-Ed w/ Mullin & Bourne

–2022 Op-Ed w/ Mullin & Bourne

Priorities

Since 2017, Schuyler has fought in the House and Senate to invest in Virginia’s public education system, increase access to affordable healthcare, lower prescription drug costs, and pass common-sense gun safety legislation.

Investing in
Education

Protecting
Reproductive Rights

Gun Violence
Prevention

Improved Access to
Healthcare

Creating Economic
Opportunity

Strengthening Our
Democracy

Expanding Equality
for All

Fighting Back Against
Climate Change

Increasing Campaign
Finance Accountability

Improving Law Enforcement and Public Safety

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Investing in Education

Accomplishments

Protecting Reproductive Rights

Accomplishments

Gun Violence Prevention

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Healthcare

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Creating Economic Opportunity

Accomplishments

Strengthening Our Democracy

Accomplishments

Expanding Equality for All

Accomplishments

Fighting Back Against Climate Change

Accomplishments

Increasing Accountability in Campaign Finance

Accomplishments

Priorities

Since 2017, Schuyler has fought in the House and Senate to invest in Virginia’s public education system, increase access to affordable healthcare, lower prescription drug costs, and pass common-sense gun safety legislation.

Investing in Education

Protecting Reproductive Rights

Gun Violence Prevention

Improved Access to Healthcare

Creating Economic Opportunity

Strengthening Our Democracy

Expanding Equality for All

Fighting Back Against Climate Change

Increasing Campaign Finance Accountability

Improving Law Enforcement and Public Safety

Contact us by emailing info@vanvalkenburg4va.com

Contact the Campaign

Follow Us

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Investing in Education

Accomplishments

Protecting Reproductive Rights

Accomplishments

Gun Violence Prevention

Accomplishments

Healthcare

Accomplishments

Creating Economic Opportunity

Accomplishments

Strengthening Our Democracy

Accomplishments

Expanding Equality for All

Accomplishments

Fighting Back Against Climate Change

Accomplishments

Increasing Accountability in Campaign Finance

Accomplishments

Investing in
Education

Protecting
Reproductive Rights

Gun Violence
Prevention

Improved Access to
Healthcare

Creating Economic
Opportunity

Strengthening Our
Democracy

Expanding Equality
for All

Fighting Back Against
Climate Change

Increasing Campaign
Finance Accountability