Senate of Virginia, Legislative chamber in Richmond, United States.
The Senate of Virginia is the smaller of the two chambers in the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia. This institution meets in a dedicated chamber inside the State Capitol in Richmond.
Virginia's legislature began in 1619 with the first representative assembly in the English colonies. The current Capitol was completed in the early 19th century after a design by Thomas Jefferson.
The Virginia Senate maintains a formal parliamentary procedure where debates, votes, and legislative decisions shape the laws affecting over 8 million Virginia residents.
Visitors can observe ongoing debates from the public gallery during session days. Information about procedure and access is available through the General Assembly's official website.
The Lieutenant Governor presides over sessions and may cast votes during ties. This role connects the executive and legislative branches in a single office.
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