June, 2022 Mid-month Update |
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VA Delegate John McGuire
I'm running for State Senate so we can un-California Virginia.
Christian Conservative
(Father - Navy SEAL - Business Owner)
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McGuire, Good, Jordan, and Brat Endorse Yesli Vega
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Congress VA 7
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I am happy to see Congressman Bob Good, Congressman Dave Brat, and Congressman Jim Jordan join me in endorsing our friend, Yesli Vega, for the 7th Congressional District. She can beat radical and woke Democrat, Abigail Spanberger, in November. Please ask friends to vote for Yesli Vega in the primary on June 21! |
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We have much work ahead of us to make Virginia the best place to live, work, and raise a family. It is an honor to be your voice, represent your interest, and fight for our conservative values in Richmond. Inflation, $5 and rising gas prices, baby formula shortage, high taxes, public safety, CRT in education, school choice, Ukraine, election integrity, infrastructure, rural broadband, healthcare, protecting the sanctity of life, protecting our Second Amendment, and more are on the minds of fellow Virginians. Democrat policies are causing inflation. Interest rates are rising and I believe things are going to continue to get tougher and tougher for fellow Americans. We must get people back to work. Governor Youngkin and the rest of us in the General Assembly are working diligently to address your concerns.
The increased cost of living is probably the #1 concern for fellow Virginians. Everything is more expensive:
gas: +44%
airline tickets: +33%
used cars: +23%
hotels: +23%
suits: +22%
tires: +16%
furniture: +15%
milk: +15%
coffee +14%
deliveries: +14%
bread: +14%
baby food; +13%
soup: +13%
cereal: +12%
eggs: +1-%
dry cleaning: +10%
Farmers are really having a difficult time with increasing fuel prices, increasing fertilizer prices, increasing lime prices and more.
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Special Session/ Governor Budget Amendments |
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Democrats in the Senate dragged things out on the budget and tried to block Governor Youngkin’s agenda. But Friday we will vote on the final amendments of the Governor.
There are 38 budget amendments in HB29 and 35 amendments in HB30.
To include:
We will vote on the Hyde Amendment, a legislative provision barring the use of federal funds to pay for abortion.
With $5 and climbing gas prices, we are still pushing for a gas tax holiday, even though democrats are highly opposed.
I will vote to fully fund the Education Improvement Scholarships Tax Credit (EISTC) program. It is Virginia's only school choice program.
The Governor's message:
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Budget Amendments
RICHMOND, VA - On Wednesday, Governor Youngkin sent thirty-eight budget amendments, three in HB 29 (the caboose budget) and thirty-five in HB 30 (the biennial budget), focusing on expanding opportunities for education, keeping our communities safe, and making Virginia the best state for business. The General Assembly will consider Governor Youngkin’s amendments when they reconvene on Friday.
“With five-dollar gas prices and plenty of money in the system, I’m continuing the effort to lower gas prices for hardworking Virginians and my hope is, this time, that Democrats will join us to give Virginians a break this summer,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “We’re also restoring educational freedom by protecting the education scholarship tax credits which expand parental choice. Finally, I am asking that the General Assembly help keep our state and federal judges safe. I'm grateful for the hard work of leaders in the House and Senate for presenting a budget to me that delivers key priorities for the Commonwealth, these amendments build on that and further our goal to make Virginia the best place to live, work and raise a family.”
Information on amendments can be found here: HB 29 and HB 30.
Here is my April update, with some of the things on my mind, and what I've been up to around the district:
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Life is a miracle! I met these three one-month-olds at Church. Holy, Luke, and Lea of Louisa County are the youngest premature children to leave the Henrico Hospital NICU. Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Grandpa are doing well. We are happy for you! I have now attended 272 different churches around the district. #godisgood |
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Hanover Sheriff Citizen Police Graduation! |
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I had the honor of attending the Hanover Sheriff Citizen Police Academy Graduation. I loved the enthusiasm of the graduates talking about the importance of public safety, and how they enjoyed shooting the 9mm pistol. Thank you! |
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I spent time with family and remembered our fallen soldiers on Memorial Day. Happy Birthday, Grandpa, and congratulations, Dalton, on graduating high school! |
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HB1128 McGuire Reduce Taxes Veteran Retirement |
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Tax Decrease Success! For 30 years legislators made no progress on reducing taxes on Veteran Retirement. My Veteran Retirement Tax Reduction bill made it another step in the right direction. After 30 years, my conference report, HB 1128, and the Senate conference report, SB 528, just passed the House! The Senate version, SB 528, had an age requirement of 65 and a max tax exemption of 15k. My bill, HB 1128, has no age requirement, and over three years, it gets us from incremental tax exemption to 20k, to 30k, and reaches a max exemption of 40k. We merged the two bills with the following compromise: There is now an age requirement of 55, and there is an incremental tax exemption, over four years, of 10k, 20k, 30k, and then a max exemption of 40k. They have been trying to do this for 30 years! |
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This might be why we lost power during a recent storm! Dominion Energy crews worked hard around the district to restore power quickly to fellow constituents. If you’re a Dominion customer and your power goes out, make sure you report your outage by calling 1-866-DOM-HELP or at www.dominionenergy.com Thank you to all the crews who worked hard to restore power! |
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Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) |
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I enjoyed being at the Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Member Appreciation Day in Louisa County, along with my brother, Rusty McGuire, and fellow Delegate, Buddy Fowler. REC has always been very responsive to our calls when we help constituents in Hanover, Louisa, and Goochland get their power back on, due to storms. #thankyou #virginia |
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I stopped by to see our American Jake friends at the Rassawek Spring Jubilee in Goochland County. American Jake is a hunting and fishing club for teenagers in Virginia. |
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Rassawek Spring Jubilee in Goochland County |
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Joe Liesfeld and I had a good ‘ole time cruising around the Rassawek Spring Jubilee in a 1947 Ford. Joe gets a huge turnout each year in Goochland, with visitors from all over Virginia. |
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While traveling across a lake on a steam powered paddle boat in Goochland, these two ladies said they always vote for me in Louisa County. It is a small world. Thank you! |
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Please join me in supporting Yesli Vega for Congress. The Virginia 7th Congressional District primary is just 17 days away. She is the best candidate to beat Abigail Spanberger. Vote for Yesli Vega 21 June! |
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Republican Caucus Retreat |
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Tracy and I enjoyed our time at the Republican House Caucus Retreat with fellow legislators, where we raised money, and discussed Governor Youngkin’s progress and upcoming elections. |
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Drag Queen Story Time has come under fire yet again, after one of its performers was videoed, telling young children how to perform a sexually-suggestive dance move. We must be a moral country Click here
Sodom and Gomorrah were two legendary biblical cities destroyed by God for their wickedness.
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We all remember America was Energy independent 2 years ago and gas was under $2/ gallon. Who could use some "mean tweets" right now? Why do you think Biden shut down the keystone pipeline on day 1? Everything is more expensive these days and it's getting worse. Even though gas prices continue to surge, Democrats continue to block Governor Youngkin’s attempts for a Gas Tax Holiday. We will try again to get it done Friday!
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This Nazi flag came down on June 6, 1944 when these brave liberators stormed the beaches to defeat tyranny and to return freedom to Normandy, France, 78 years ago. The paratroopers are still clad in camouflage and covered in dirt from the battle. We must never forget their sacrifice. #USA #godblessamerica #thankyou #courage #dday |
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From NRA: On Friday, May 27, 2022 four-time convicted felon, Dennis Butler, opened fire on a graduation party in Charleston, West Virginia, with a stolen AR-15. A woman(inset) pulled her legally owned and registered handgun from her purse and shot him "graveyard" dead before anyone was injured. Of course, the liberal media will not cover this hero. Sadly we may need our 2nd amendment more than ever because of a Governor Northam policy that will release thousands of criminals early back on to our streets in July. Democrats are extremely soft on crime which means you are less safe. It is our God given right to protect ourselves and our families. What part of "shall not be infringed" do the Democrats not understand?
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Enough already with the gender confusion BS. Giving children sex change hormones is child abuse. Here is what Texas AG has to say click here. The democrats and CNN think giving children sex change hormones is ok. Why doesn't that surprise us? Click here
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Hypocrisy! Imagine if a Republican said this! How many of you are sick and tired of being sick and tired? I'm happy to see Governor Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares doing something about it. "I am asking that the General Assembly help keep our state and federal judges safe."
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I met a lot of wonderful people in Appomattox County today! #virginia
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My friend, Remi, helped me clean up after the storm. I had to get the chores earlier in the week while I could because it’s been a busy week, including a final vote on Friday, on Governor Youngkin’s amendments! |
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I visited the Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) convention in Richmond, where I met some amazing homeschool parents. Congratulations to the homeschool graduates! The HEAV convention brings together authentic speakers with messages that will change your life, and exhibitors who have the passion and knowledge to empower, equip, and encourage you with new ideas, fresh perspectives, and expanded vision.
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On Flag Day we honor our flag and the unity and courage it represents. We are the land of the free because of the brave. Happy Flag Day! #usa #godblessamerica |
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Powhatan GOP Inaugural Field of Honor Ceremony |
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Talk about patriotism and honoring our flag and our troops! I had a wonderful time at the inaugural Powhatan GOP Field of Honor Ceremony. The flag wall was covered in the dog tags representing 7,065 men and women killed since 9/11 in the war on terror, including many of my fellow Navy SEAL brothers. I purchased a flag to honor a close friend and fellow Navy SEAL brother, Brian J. Ouellette, who died May 29, 2004 while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. We have lost many of our brothers and sisters from all services since 9/11. For a list of all Navy SEAL brothers killed since 9/11, click here Thank you, Delegate Lee Ware, for your inspiring words about living your best life. "It's the life in your years that count."
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US Army’s Birthday, June 14, 1775 |
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Happy birthday to the US Army, the greatest army in history! The Army is the oldest of the six services. It was created on June 14, 1775, making it four months older than the United States Navy, five months older than the United States Marine Corps, five years older than the United States Coast Guard, 172 years older than the United States Air Force (which began as part of the Army), and 244 years older than the United States Space Force (which was spun out of Air Force Space Command). |
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It has been an honor meeting so many of you around the district! Senate District 10 Counties:
Hanover
Powhatan
Louisa
Fluvanna
Goochland
Buckingham
Appomattox
Amelia
Prince Edward
Cumberland
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I saw this wonderful message about love on the wall at Riverside Community Church in Prince Edward County. |
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Grand Old Picnic, Goochland County |
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Please tell friends to attend the Grand Old Picnic in Goochland on June 18, 2022 at Rassawek! |
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Virginia Agriculture Week, June 12-18 |
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Virginia Agriculture Week celebrates agriculture, the largest industry in Virginia. Agribusiness has a $70 billion in annual economic impact, and it generates 334,000 jobs in the state. Commodities and products grown and produced in Virginia are sourced from a broad range of agricultural zones, from mountainous altitudes to the sprawling Piedmont, and below sea level. You can support Virginia's farmers by buying Virginia products and by visiting farms and agribusinesses. You can also search for fresh Virginia produce, meats, and seafood on VirginiaGrown.com or Virginia specialty foods and beverages at Virginia's Finest. Also, don't forget to follow VDACS on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Please join me in celebrating Virginia AG week, and thanking farmers here in the Commonwealth! #vaagweek
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Who's in on celebrating MAGA month in July? |
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Join me and fellow concerned citizens at Goochland High School on Thursday, June 23rd, at 7pm to watch Dinesh Desouza’s movie, “2000 Mules”. RSVP at john@mcguire56.com
We must prevent voter fraud. I encourage you to contact your registrar and volunteer. I'm running for State Senate so we can un-California Virginia. It starts with election integrity. Please share!
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As a current five-year member of the Virginia House of Delegates, I know first-hand how the media and radical leftist policies are dividing us and making the world less safe at the federal, state, and local levels. We must win back the Virginia State Senate in 2023. I invite you and your friends to join me in this cause. Please spread the word and I hope to see you around the district! |
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Delegate John McGuire
Running for State Senate
Jesus is my Savior
Husband
Father
Navy SEAL
Business Owner
Pro Life
Pro Gun
America 1st
Twitter: @JohnMcGuire4VA
Instagram: JohnMcGuire4VA
john@mcguireforvirginia.com
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