Presidential results set the stage for Virginia’s 2025 elections. Historically, VA’s governor race favors the party out of the White House—will more Republicans join? Announcements expected soon. 🔗 2024 Election Report: virginiaretailfederation.com/project/2024-e…

Starting Jan 1, 2025, the DOL’s updated overtime rule raises the salary threshold for EAP exemptions to $58,656/year, expanding eligibility. More info & resources here: virginiaretailfederation.com/project/change…

🚨 The National Retail Federation issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of Texas struck down the Department of Labor’s (DOL) final overtime rule. virginiaretailfederation.com/project/nrf-st…

🚨 Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced a budget proposal to exempt service tips from Virginia’s state income tax. This proposal will return an estimated $70 million annually to Virginians. Read more from Governor Youngkin's announcement ➡️ virginiaretailfederation.com/project/govern…

Due to the ongoing water shortage in the City of Richmond, the first full day of the 2025 General Assembly has been postponed until Monday, January 13. Read more ➡️ apnews.com/article/virgin…

Today was the first full day of the 2025 General Assembly Session. 🏛️ We’ve updated our Virginia Retail Federation bill tracker to include additional bills that impact retail and businesses in Virginia—find the latest details linked below. virginiaretailfederation.com/tracked-bills/

This week concluded the first full week of the 2025 General Assembly Session. Legislators had to work quickly to make up for the time lost last week due to the water issues in Richmond. Read our full report and tracked bills from the week here: virginiaretailfederation.com/project/first-…

This week, legislators worked hard to make up for time lost at the outset of Session. Committees are prioritizing bills with fiscal impacts. Read our full report ➡️ virginiaretailfederation.com/project/this-w…

The General Assembly worked tirelessly this week, gearing up for “Budget Sunday” on February 2, ahead of Crossover, which will be Tuesday, February 4. Read our full report for the week ➡️ virginiaretailfederation.com/project/genera…

NRF has issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration’s announcement regarding tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. VRF stands in full support of the businesses we represent and is closely monitoring these developments. nrf.com/media-center/p…

With the finish line rapidly approaching, legislation has been moving quickly through committees and the Senate and House of Delegates’ chambers. Click through to read our full report for this week. virginiaretailfederation.com/project/genera…

The 2025 Virginia General Assembly session officially adjourned sine die Saturday afternoon. Read our wrap-up report below. virginiaretailfederation.com/project/genera…

Tell your Senators to VOTE YES on the Marshall-Durbin Amendment to help curb excessive credit card fees. This bipartisan measure would be a major win for retailers facing rising costs. Tell your Senators to vote YES when they return to D.C. on June 2! votervoice.net/NRF/Campaigns/…

🚨 New laws that will impact Virginia businesses take effect July 1— read our full report to make sure that you're informed and compliant. 👉 virginiaretailfederation.com/project/new-la…

Virginia businesses currently authorized to accept SNAP or TANF benefits will be able to accept SUN Bucks this summer. Learn more ➡️ virginiaretailfederation.com/project/sun-bu…

🚨 New laws that will impact Virginia businesses take effect TOMORROW— read our full report to make sure that you're informed and compliant. 👉 virginiaretailfederation.com/project/new-la…

🚨 Attention retail businesses: NRF needs your support! With 180+ companies signed on, let’s hit 200+ for the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act. Deadline: July 14. Check your email for details! 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/2YTWSX5

🚨 Virginia businesses: keep an eye on workers’ compensation legislation. ⚖️ Stay informed and prepared— read our full breakdown of what these bills mean for businesses: virginiaretailfederation.com/project/what-v…

Read our full 2025 Virginia Election Report and get to know some of the new faces that will be in Richmond for the 2026 General Assembly. virginiaretailfederation.com/project/2025-v…

Due to upcoming inclement weather in Richmond and the anticipated prolonged impacts, we have decided to cancel the Virginia Retail Federation and NFIB’s Day on the Hill event.