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February 21, 2025
Delegate Walker pushes for lower power bills in talks with AEP amid rising costs
ABC-13 WSET
Walker said he, along with fellow legislators, is working directly with AEP to help the company understand how prices are impacting customers. He said the production of energy is high across the board, making...

February 9, 2025
Legislator commends retired Bedford sheriff and wife for protecting children
The News & Advance
Del. Wendell Walker, R-Lynchburg, recently recognized former Bedford County Sheriff Mike Brown and his wife, Janet, for their “exceptional dedication and service in safeguarding children and families from...

February 6, 2025
Bills championed by Walker pass House of Delegates with bipartisan support
The News & Advance
As Virginia’s General Assembly reached the midpoint of the legislative session in Richmond this week, nine of the bills championed by Del. Wendell Walker, R-Lynchburg, including proposals that address...

February 17, 2025
Virginia bill targeting sexual extortion of renters heads to governor's desk for approval
ABC-13 WSET
"No one should have to choose between a roof over their head and their dignity,” Del. Walker said. “HB 1998 ensures that those who exploit and manipulate others for their own gain will face serious consequences...

February 10, 2025
Delegate Walker's two-year fight for renters' rights bill moves to the senate
ABC-13 WSET
"There are some bad actors out here and these women need to be protected. That's what this bill is going to do . It's going to put more teeth in the courts, that if you take advantage of an individual...

February 7, 2025
Bills to legalize retail marijuana pass both Virginia House and Senate again
WSLS 10
Walker, a vocal critic of cannabis legalization, believes the bill lacks sufficient enforcement mechanisms. In a recent statement, he said, “If passed, this legislation will bring even more marijuana into Virginia...

February 5, 2025
Delegate Wendell Walker commends Sheriff (Ret.) Mike and Dr. Janet Brown
Bedford Bulletin
Delegate Wendell Walker (R-52) has recognized Sheriff (Ret.) Mike Brown and Dr. Janet Brown for their exceptional dedication and service in safeguarding children and families from online exploitation and...

February 10, 2025
Virginia bill could grant adult adoptees access to original birth certificates
ABC-13 WSET
Delegate Wendell Walker, who introduced the bill, emphasized the importance of the legislation. "This is something that I really think needed to be fixed for a lot of individuals that were very passionate...

February 6, 2025
Legislators prep for partisan battles in second half of General Assembly session
Cardinal News
“Persistence pays off, and while some good ideas didn’t make it through this year, I remain committed to finding common ground and pushing for practical solutions that serve our Commonwealth,” he said.
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