Let me begin by wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful season, whether you are enjoying the start of Spring, just celebrated Eid, or are observing the Passover or Easter holidays.
Before I head back for the Reconvene and Special Sessions (see below to learn more about each), I am spending time at various events across the region taking input from home owners (and aspiring ones), business leaders, neighbors and policy partners. Keep reading to find out more about the work I have been doing and upcoming opportunities. Please send me an email if you want me attend an event you think is worthwhile at [email protected]!
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Around the District
The Empowerment Hub is officially open, and it’s something Eastern Loudoun has never had before! Women Giving Back and Loudoun Hunger Relief have joined forces to create a space where families can access nutritious food with dignity and choice, along with expanded resources and essential services for women and families going through tough times. At a moment when so many people are feeling the pressure, this Hub is a reminder of what happens when a community decides to show up for each other, giving people the tools to move forward. A huge thank you to every leader, donor, volunteer, and partner who made this day happen!
Monthly Meeting at the Cascades Library
Welcoming the crowd to my district and giving updates on upcoming happenings in and around Loudoun, as well as in Richmond. With so many other elected representatives attending, there was not time for a full legislative debrief, but as a Reaser Report reader, you have been getting those every week. Plus, we will have a seated brunch later this month, and would love to see you there.
Legislative Recap and Brunch
Join me and fellow legislators representing Loudoun on April 19, 2026 as we share updates from the 2026 Legislative Session and highlight our collective accomplishments. Held each spring following the close of the General Assembly session, this annual brunch brings together community members and legislators to hear directly from lawmakers about the bills we sponsored and passed — and to connect with neighbors across the district.
The Special Election
Trump and MAGA Republicans are redrawing congressional maps mid-decade to rig the 2026 midterms, across the country. They are tilting the electoral landscape in their favor — changing the rules of the game to grab power before voters even have a chance to weigh in. This is not normal politics. This is an attempt to lock in control before the next election.
Virginia has a chance to fight back. And Virginia’s answer is different by design: temporary, transparent, and decided by voters, not politicians. It is a limited, emergency response to an extraordinary threat — one that puts the decision where it belongs, in the hands of the people.
If we fail to act, this threat continues. The electoral landscape stays tilted going into 2026, and the ability to hold Washington accountable gets harder for every Virginian, regardless of party.
To me, the choice is clear. Vote YES on a temporary, emergency measure to restore a fair fight and make sure every vote in 2026 counts on a level playing field.
In Richmond
The Commission on Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP)
This is my third year serving on the Commission on VASAP, a state agency that supervises 24 local programs focused on reducing impaired driving fatalities and crashes. It sets standards, manages offender probation, oversees the ignition interlock program, and works with courts to provide education, intervention, and monitoring for DUI offenders. At our March meeting, we said thank you as Judge Varoutsos finishes his term. It was a full circle moment as he was a judge when I was a brand new trial lawyer, which left me feeling so proud to serve as your representative! It’s truly an honor.
Reconvene and Special Session
After each regular or special session, the General Assembly reconvenes in Richmond on the sixth Wednesday following adjournment — this year, April 22nd — to consider bills returned by the Governor with amendments or objections. During the Reconvene Session, business is limited solely to the Governor’s recommendations: legislators vote to accept or reject proposed amendments and may override vetoes with a two-thirds majority in both chambers. No other business is taken up, and while the session is typically completed in one day, it may last up to three days.
This year, we will also convene a Special Session as called by Governor Spanberger to resolve differences between the budgets passed by each chamber. Bills that are approved — either through accepted amendments or a successful veto override — generally take effect on July 1, 2026.
The Governor’s Fellows Program
Established in 1982, the Governor’s Fellows Program is among the Commonwealth’s most distinguished civic leadership initiatives. Each summer, a competitive cohort of rising college seniors and graduate students is placed within the Governor’s Cabinet and Office for an eight-week fellowship, gaining firsthand experience in the administration of state government at the highest level of the Executive Branch. Fellows receive a stipend and are selected solely based on merit. The program is open to rising college seniors, graduating seniors, or graduate students. The applicant must be a Virginia resident OR enrolled in a Virginia college or university.
Additional information and the application are available at https://www.governor.virginia.gov/fellows/
Should you have any questions about the program, you may email [email protected].
How My Office Can Help You
Navigating state agencies can be confusing and difficult at times. As the delegate for House District 27, I can help you communicate with state agencies such as the Virginia Employment Commission, Departments of Taxation, Social Services, Transportation, and more! I can also submit inquiries with those agencies on your behalf. There are limits to what I can do, however. For example, I am unable to expedite cases or force state agencies to favor your inquiry, provide legal advice or recommend a specific attorney, intervene with judicial issues, overturn decisions, or be involved with matters between private businesses.
Whether you require my office’s assistance, want to bring an issue to my attention or invite me to a community event, please reach out here: https://atoosareaser.com/help/.
Alongside constituent services, I can submit drafts for commending and memorial resolutions. If you know of a person or organization in the district that deserves special recognition, please submit a request here: resolution request form.
Yours in Service,
Atoosa Reaser (she/her)
Virginia House of Delegates
District 27 (Eastern Loudoun)
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