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Senator for VA Senate District 39. Mom. Former Vice Mayor of Alexandria.
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@ebpforva.bsky.socialCongratulations to the Tenants and Workers Community Impact Awardees and congratulations to TWU on their 40th anniversary! TWU has brought real change to our community, working to secure and protect the rights of our most vulnerable neighbors, and I am proud to support them in their mission.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialToday, we honor and celebrate the significant contributions of Virginia’s indigenous people. Art by Morningstar Designs
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI attended a ribbon cutting alongside members of Alexandria City Council and the local business community to celebrate Wonderologie Counseling + Wellness's new location. Congratulations and welcome to Del Ray! Photo credit: Visit Alexandria
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI was proud to join the NAACP Alexandria Branch for a dinner honoring Governor @abigailspanberger.com, AG @jonesjay.bsky.social, Mayor @alyia4alx.bsky.social, and @blackandmissingfdn.bsky.social, to celebrate NAACP’s deep history and profound impact in the community alongside their ongoing work.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI drove tens of thousands of pieces of stationary home from Richmond and to my local printers to update my constituents on legislative accomplishments from the year. The letters should arrive soon! For more frequent updates, sign up for my email newsletter on my website elizabethforva.com
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI had a great time at the Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture's Farm Dinner, benefitting their Veteran Farmer Program, which helps veterans pursue new careers in farming. I'm so grateful for Arcadia’s work improving sustainability and access to healthy food in our community.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialIt was great to learn about the history of Meade Memorial and their committed service to the community as well. You can be a food rescuer too. You can download the app and sign up to volunteer here: foodrescue.us/rescue-food/...
@ebpforva.bsky.socialIt's #FoodWastePreventionWeek and today, I was proud to do a food rescue through Food Rescue US with a constituent! We picked up leftover pizzas from We The Pizza in Crystal City and dropped them off at Meade Memorial Episcopal Church in Old Town, which offers lunch 5-6 days a week to those in need.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialFetch isn’t happening, but my first fundraiser since becoming one of the youngest state senators is. Can’t make it on 10/3? You can still support your favorite millennial state senator at the same link: secure.actblue.com/donate/ebp1003
@ebpforva.bsky.socialYesterday evening, I joined my colleagues in the Alexandria delegation of the General Assembly and the Alexandria City Council for their Legislative Work Session. I appreciated the opportunity to share my priorities and my thoughts on the items on their minds.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialWishing everyone a meaningful, peaceful, and easy fast. G’mar Chatimah Tov.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI hope you will do so too! Learn more about your ballot and how to vote at elizabethforva.com/voting-infor....
Please note: Arlington County voters will have additional items on their ballots: Treasurer, County Board, School Board, and 5 bond referenda
@ebpforva.bsky.socialEarly voting starts today for the November 3 election! Voters in SD-39 will vote for US Senate, House of Representatives District 8, and three ballot questions about reproductive freedom, same-sex marriage, and voting rights. I'm voting for Mark Warner, Don Beyer and yes on all three amendments!
@ebpforva.bsky.socialCongratulations to tonight’s MOVE Chamber/Alexandria Economic Development Partnership Food & Beverage Business Readiness Program graduates! These local entrepreneurs have put so much work into building their businesses here in Alexandria and I am grateful to have them in our community.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialCongratulations to SD-39's own Ada's on the River for winning Restaurant of the Year and to AC Hotel National Landing for winning New Lodging Property of the Year at VRLTA's Ordinary Awards last night! I'm so proud of these excellent businesses on this recognition, and grateful for their presence.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI am honored to receive VRLTA’s Legislator of the Year Award and excited six restaurants and hotels in our district were also nominated for their establishments or staff. I am grateful for VRLTA’s advocacy for Virginia’s hospitality industry and I look forward to continuing our work together.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialOn Thursday, I attended the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce's annual fall legislative reception yesterday and spoke with many friends, colleagues, and members of our local business community. I am grateful for the Chamber’s advocacy and look forward to continuing our work together.
@ebpforva.bsky.socialThank you to Greg Parks for hosting and to all who attended!
@ebpforva.bsky.socialI was excited to speak at an event in support of Amendment 3 on our ballots this fall, which will our right to vote in the VA Constitution and restore voting rights to thousands who have served their time and returned to their communities. Early voting starts this Friday, 9/18!
@ebpforva.bsky.socialWishing a sweet and prosperous new year to everyone who will start celebrating Rosh Hashanah tonight.
