FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 10, 2025
Richmond, VA – Virginia LULAC, in partnership with a coalition of advocacy organizations, successfully opposed Virginia House Bill HB2724, securing a critical reconsideration of the bill.
Virginia LULAC joined forces with the Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights (VACIR) to push back against the bill in its original form and advocate for necessary amendments. Through persistent activism, advocacy, and engagement with lawmakers, the coalition was able to return the bill for reconsideration—an important step in ensuring policies that better serve Virginia’s diverse communities.
This is a significant moment for our coalition and for Latino representation in Virginia While this victory is just the beginning, it underscores the power of community advocacy and the importance of having Latino voices at the table.
Virginia LULAC extends its gratitude to the dedicated advocates, community members, and elected officials who stood with us and ensured that Latino representation was evident in these proceedings. A special thank you to the lawmakers who prioritized fairness and took the time to reconsider this bill:
Honorable Ryan T. McDougle
Honorable R. Creigh Deeds
Honorable William M. Stanley Jr.
Honorable Jennifer B. Boysko
Honorable Lamont Bagby
Honorable Lashrecse D. Aird
Honorable Jennifer D. Carroll Foy
Honorable Saddam Azlan Salim
Honorable Barbara Favola
Virginia LULAC and its partners remain committed to advocating for policies that protect and empower Latino and immigrant communities. The fight is not over, and we will continue to work to ensure fair and just policies for all Virginians.
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About Virginia LULAC
Virginia LULAC is the Virginia Chapter of The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the oldest and largest Latino civil rights organization in the United States. Virginia LULAC is committed to advancing the rights and opportunities of Latinos in the Commonwealth through advocacy, education, and community engagement.
For media inquiries, please contact: Virginia LULAC at virginialulacofficial@gmail.com
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