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Official account for Virginia Governor Ralph Northam

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  1. 5 hours ago

    Masks are effective at preventing the spread of , but getting vaccinated is the surest way we can bring this pandemic to an end. All three vaccines are safe, effective, and free. Let's keep Virginia moving forward—do your part and get your shot:

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  2. 5 hours ago

    We know the vaccines work—since January, over 98% of hospitalizations and deaths have been among unvaccinated Virginians. But we are now seeing a rise in cases due to the Delta variant. reported more than 1,110 new cases today, up from less than 200 a month ago.

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  3. 5 hours ago

    All Virginians should consider wearing a mask in public indoor settings where there is increased risk of transmission, as the new guidance recommends. This is not a requirement, but a recommendation.

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  4. Jul 28

    Today, we unveiled a $485 million package to help strengthen Virginia's behavioral health system—this is an important down payment that will increase support for state hospitals, community-based providers, and substance abuse prevention and treatment.

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  5. Jul 28

    Congrats to swimmers Alex Walsh🥈 and Kate Douglass🥉 on winning big in the !

    Wahoowa! This pair of Virginia Cavaliers brings home silver AND bronze in the 200m individual medley!
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  6. Retweeted
    Jul 27

    Faced with a potential fourfold increase in payroll taxes on Virginia businesses, Gov. Ralph Northam wants to deposit $862 million in the state's depleted unemployment trust fund to help them hire workers and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  7. Retweeted
    Jul 26

    Gov. Ralph Northam on Monday proposed spending $500 million in federal coronavirus relief money to improve ventilation and air quality in public schools around the state.

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  8. Jul 26

    As we reflect on the progress made over the more than 30 years since these two landmark laws were passed, we know there is more work to be done. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring Virginia is a place of inclusion and equal opportunity for all.

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  9. Jul 26

    In 1985, our Commonwealth passed the Virginians with Disabilities Act to protect people with disabilities from discrimination and help them live with independence and dignity—concepts that would form the basis of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act five years later.

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  10. Jul 26

    Virginia will invest $500 million to help school divisions upgrade ventilation and air filtration systems. These improvements are key to maintaining safe and healthy learning environments as students return for full-time, in-person instruction this fall.

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  11. Jul 24

    If you haven’t been vaccinated yet, don’t wait any longer to get your shot. All three vaccines are safe, effective, and free to everyone.

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    The Delta variant is spreading rapidly in unvaccinated populations. Don’t let Delta & other variants stop our progress in the fight against . Get vaccinated and do your part to put COVID-19 in the past. Find your vaccine: .
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  12. Jul 23

    Last night I was honored to throw out the first pitch at the Virginia State Little League Baseball Tournament in Vienna. Best of luck to all the teams playing this weekend—and thanks to the families, coaches, umpires, and volunteers for everything you do to support youth sports.

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  13. Jul 23

    Few things have the power to unite our country more than cheering on in the . Dozens of athletes who call our Commonwealth home or have trained at Virginia universities are set to compete in Tokyo—and we couldn't be prouder. We're all rooting for you! 🇺🇸

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  14. Retweeted
    Jul 23

    “Programs like occupational therapy, physical therapy, nurse anesthetists, radiation technologists — all of these individuals will be trained to go out into the workforce and really take care of a lot of different patients,” says at .

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  15. Jul 22

    We worked quickly to help Virginians stay in their homes and avoid eviction during the pandemic, delivering more than $311 million to over 48,000 households—among the largest share of rent relief funds distributed by any state. Read more in :

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  16. Retweeted
    Jul 21

    Today our Regional Administrator met with , , and our partners. Together they discussed the ongoing fight against COVID-19 and our collaborative efforts to prepare for hurricanes in Virginia. We are stronger and more resilient together! 💪

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  17. Jul 21

    NEW: and just released updated guidance for PreK-12 public schools across Virginia. Learn more about how we are providing flexibility to school divisions and prioritizing safe in-person learning this fall:

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  18. Jul 21

    In case you missed it, last week Virginia was again named America's Top State for Business by . And with the first-ever consecutive wins in the ranking, our Commonwealth has now earned the coveted title five times—more than any other state.

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  19. Jul 20

    Today is the last day to send in a submission for Virginia’s new time capsule—visit to learn about how to participate.

    Deadline to submit items for Virginia's new time capsule approaching
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  20. Jul 20

    Wishing a joyous and peaceful Eid al-Adha to the Muslim community celebrating in Virginia and around the world.

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