Governor Ralph Northam

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today I signed an executive order moving the May 5 elections two weeks to May 19. That is what the Virginia Constitution empowers the Governor to do, absent General Assembly action. If you are planning to vote in these elections, I strongly encourage you to vote absentee by mail. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

A few weeks ago, I asked legislators to move Virginia's May elections to November in response to #COVID19. I’m grateful to the @VaHouse for supporting this commonsense change, but extremely disappointed that the @VASenate failed to take the necessary action to protect Virginians. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today I signed House Bill 29, which funds state government through June 30. It dedicates funds for #COVID19, raises pay for nursing home workers, increases childcare funding, and allows @VADOC to release people whose sentences are almost up. Learn more: https://t.co/dli5wvtbCY — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I'm holding a briefing to share the latest updates on #COVID19 in Virginia and our path forward. WATCH LIVE: https://t.co/RhkCliwYWO — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I'm holding a briefing to share the latest updates on #COVID19 in Virginia and our path forward. WATCH LIVE: https://t.co/AQ2SjphqRS — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today at 2:00 PM, I'll give an update on where Virginia stands in our fight against #COVID19—and we'll lay out a blueprint for how we move forward in a safe, responsible way. #ForwardVirginia Tune in: https://t.co/IwcdQt1oAS — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

As Muslims across Virginia and around the world mark the beginning of Ramadan and find new ways to connect amid these difficult times, Pam and I extend our best wishes for blessed month that brings good health, peace, and happiness to all who observe. #RamadanMubarak! — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

On this day in 1951, 16-year-old Barbara Johns organized her fellow black students on a strike for educational justice in Farmville. Her courage led to the Brown vs. Board of Education decision, and continues to inspire our ongoing work to confront inequities in education today. https://t.co/vgvCyWSDx6 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Clean energy is on the way! This ship just left Denmark and Germany, bringing wind turbines, and the foundation for offshore wind to our Commonwealth. Installation of the first offshore wind project in federal waters begins this summer, 27 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔹The suspension of the enforcement of motor vehicle inspections is still in effect until July 31st. Read more about today's announcements here: https://t.co/pUd3ioFaJt — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔹I am asking @VSPPIO to suspend enforcement of the time period in which new Virginia residents must get a driver’s license or register their vehicles, temporary residents can operate vehicles with out-of-state plates, and the expiration of temporary plates until July 31st. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔹 Licensed physician’s assistants with two or more years of clinical experience will be allowed to practice without a collaborative agreement, along with nurse practitioners. 🔹 @VirginiaDMV offices and mobile units will remain closed for two additional weeks, until May 11th. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔹 I am extending the current ban on non-emergency medical procedures for one week, until May 1st. This allows us to make sure Virginia's doctors, nurses, and frontline health care professionals have the PPE and supplies they need to continue doing their jobs safely. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I announced today that we are extending certain deadlines as we continue to evaluate how to safely ease restrictions. Here is what this means: ⤵️ — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Today, @GovLarryHogan, @MayorBowser, and I sent a letter to @USOPM urging the Trump administration to keep telework policies in place for the federal workforce––this is important as we work together to fight #COVID19 and ensure the safety of all our residents. Read our letter: https://t.co/mpoutom647 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Read my full statement on yesterday's reconvened session here: https://t.co/EYPl2I4tfV — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Even as we move forward now in uncertain times and face enormous budgetary challenges, I am proud of how much we accomplished during this legislative session, and remain committed to building on our progress. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Our bipartisan plan to pause new spending in the state budget ensures that we will have the resources we need to beat #COVID19––and we will reconvene this summer to adjust the budget when the economic and financial impacts of this crisis become clearer. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

As a result of yesterday's votes, we will have more tools to protect renters and homeowners from eviction or foreclosure, establish a #COVID19 relief fund to help small businesses, and increase funding for nursing homes and long-term care facilities across the Commonwealth. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I thank legislators for their hard work during yesterday's reconvened session, especially under such unprecedented circumstances. I am grateful for their support of my proposals to help ease the impacts of the #COVID19 pandemic on Virginians, our economy, and our state budget. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

This #EarthDay, join me in congratulating Ocean View Elementary School @NPSchools and Rappahannock County Public Schools for being honored as 2020 @EDGreenRibbon schools by @usedgov! — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @ForestryVA: This #EarthDay50 we’d like to celebrate the state & privately-owned forests that supply us with #forestproducts, #wildlifeh… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @VirginiaDEQ: Happy 50th Anniversary, Earth Day! For the past 27 years, DEQ has been protecting Virginia’s environment, safeguarding air… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

Happy #EarthDay! We are protecting our future with bold actions that meet the urgency of climate change and capture the economic, environmental, and health benefits of clean energy for all Virginians. We have a shared responsibility to take care of our planet, and each other. https://t.co/MGQcsHold1 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔸 give @VADOC the authority to release eligible individuals with less than a year left to serve in their sentences for the duration of the state of emergency 🔸 enable state, local, regional, and regulatory public bodies to conduct business electronically — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

🔸 provide short-term grants to small businesses 🔸 authorize @vaemploy to create a work-sharing program to help employers avoid laying off employees 🔸 postpone local elections scheduled for May to November 🔸 increase funding for nursing homes and long-term care facilities — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

I have proposed amendments to: 🔸 give renters an extra 60-day eviction grace period 🔸 ensure landlords cannot charge late fees unless it is in the lease, and limit how much the fee can be 🔸 protect homeowners from foreclosure if they have lost income due to #COVID19 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

The General Assembly is meeting right now to vote on dozens of important bills, including several of my amendments that provide additional support to Virginia renters, homeowners, families, and small businesses during the #COVID19 pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

RT @usnews: "Until doctors have enough swabs to do the tests and we have enough supplies to safely transport the tests, we cannot meet the… — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Ralph Northam @VAGovernor73

It's encouraging to see private sector partners stepping up and thinking innovatively as we work together to combat #COVID19. Virginia is well-positioned to be a leader in the unmanned systems industry, and we are pleased to be part of this groundbreaking initiative. — PolitiTweet.org