Governor Ralph Northam

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

@VADHCD This session is an opportunity to take long overdue action on police reform. My top priorities include standardizing mandatory training requirements (including on use of force), empowering civilian review boards, and making it easier to de-certify bad officers. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

@VADHCD I'm also proposing a $15 million investment in Virginia's public Historically Black Colleges and Universities. HBCUs play an essential role in reducing educational inequities, many of which have been made worse by the #COVID19 crisis. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

@VADHCD I have been fighting for years for universal broadband—and as many schools go virtual this fall, access to the internet is more important than ever. So I am proposing a record $85 million to expand broadband infrastructure to Virginia communities that need it. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I'm also proposing a pause on evictions until at least April 30, 2021, tied to the requirement that landlords and tenants work together on a payment plan and seek out financial assistance, including through @VADHCD's statewide Rent and Mortgage Relief Program. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

First, we must do everything possible to keep Virginians in their homes. That's why I'm proposing $88 million in state funding to increase affordable housing and combat evictions, on top of the $55+ million we're spending in rent and mortgage assistance through CARES Act money. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today I'm highlighting several of my priorities for the upcoming special session of the General Assembly, which is set to begin next Tuesday, August 18th. Virginians are hurting right now—and the Commonwealth is stepping up. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

@VDHgov Virginia will continue to use every tool in our toolbox to defeat this virus. Learn more here: https://t.co/xSocYiYH8B — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Initial results from an ongoing @VDHgov study of adults show that approximately 2.4% of adults in Virginia have been exposed to #COVID19. This low rate is a testament to Virginians' sacrifice and work to contain this virus. But it also means that we can't let our guard down. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

As a pediatrician, I'm proud to announce the launch of a new study to assess #COVID19 antibodies among Virginia's children. We know children are impacted by disease in a different way than adults—this study will provide key insights as we continue our battle against #COVID19. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Thank you, @AWEA! Clean energy is our future, and I'm proud that Virginia is leading the way. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today I'm thinking of Heather Heyer, Lt. Jay Cullen, and Trooper-Pilot Berke Bates, whose lives were lost three years ago after white nationalist violence erupted in Charlottesville. My full statement: https://t.co/ZYdKozXGBs https://t.co/Q9OLuxN2cO — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Happy Tuesday! Wear your mask. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @RepElaineLuria: Recently, the Commonwealth of Virginia unveiled the COVIDWISE iPhone and Android app, which notifies you if you've like… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

ALERT: Virginia is now accepting applications for #RebuildVA, a $70 million grant fund to help small businesses and nonprofits recover from #COVID19. Funding is first come first serve, so please apply as soon as possible: https://t.co/0HahywflUO https://t.co/T4UhbShubT — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Thank you Senator! Who else has downloaded #COVIDWISE? It takes less than three minutes to add your phone to the fight against #COVID19: https://t.co/Lhyq4RJCao — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

To check your eligibility and find a local organization distributing funding, call 2-1-1 or visit https://t.co/NeEwy1hiKi. For additional housing information and resources from @VADHCD, visit https://t.co/acK64u4wOT. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Our $50 million Rent and Mortgage Relief Program distributes funding directly on behalf of eligible households. If any of the following conditions apply to you or your family, you may be eligible. Top priority is given to households currently facing eviction proceedings. https://t.co/aJkAytUDan — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today is the first day of Virginia's temporary statewide eviction moratorium. If you are struggling to pay rent, or you are a landlord whose tenant is struggling to pay rent, now is the best time to get support through the Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

BREAKING: The VA Supreme Court has granted my request for a statewide eviction moratorium through September 7th. As the ongoing Congressional stalemate leaves Virginians without federal housing protection, this is a critical step towards keeping families safely in their homes. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

This year, I was proud to sign new laws that make it easier vote, not harder—we repealed a restrictive voter ID law, made Election Day a state holiday, and expanded access to early voting. These are big steps, but we are not done until everyone has equal acces to the ballot box. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

On this day 55 years ago, the Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This was an important milestone of our democracy—but today, it is under attack by those attempting to undermine the fundamental right to vote. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @VaTax: Virginia Tax Reminder: The 2020 Virginia sales tax holiday starts tomorrow and runs through Sunday! Get more info: https://t.c… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

We have had more than 152,000 downloads of the @VDHgov #COVIDWISE app since our official launch yesterday! And the more Virginians who use the app, the more effective it will be. 📱 Add your phone to the #COVID19 fight and download the free app at https://t.co/Lhyq4RJCao. https://t.co/I4I1yDwpgJ — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @USATODAY: Virginia has rolled out a smartphone app to automatically notify people if they might have been exposed to the coronavirus, b… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Thank you, Jake for helping spread the word about Virginia’s COVIDWISE app—this only works if we all add our phones to the fight. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @UniNoticias: 💊 Virginia es el primer estado del país en lanzar aplicación de Apple y Google para rastrear el #coronavirus. ➡️ La app C… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

If enough Virginians use this app, we can identify cases early and slow the spread of this virus. We have to continue to fight #COVID19 from every possible angle—COVIDWISE is another tool we have to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities during this pandemic. https://t.co/Qqeo8XsI9P — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

This app protects your privacy—it doesn’t rely on location data or GPS tracking, and it doesn't collect, store, or share your personal information. And if you test positive with #COVID19, you have the option of whether or not to anonymously share your result through the app. https://t.co/U4S8oTZatQ — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

COVIDWISE uses Bluetooth Low Energy technology to determine if you’ve been in close contact with someone who tests positive for #COVID19, and sends you an alert. Knowing your exposure history means you can get tested and self-isolate—before you start to experience symptoms. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

We're launching COVIDWISE, a new exposure notification app to help contain #COVID19 and keep Virginians safe. Virginia is the first state to use technology developed by @Apple and @Google to create a tool like this. You can download the free app at https://t.co/diGf54DlIL. https://t.co/XVWJY2bpbV — PolitiTweet.org