Standing for Virginia Families
We believe every hardworking Virginian deserves the freedom to thrive without being weighed down by rising costs. That’s why we advocate for policies that make life more affordable and ensure that state leaders prioritize people in every community, so everyone has a fair chance to get ahead.
What We Do
Through grassroots activism, voter engagement, and legislative advocacy, Freedom Virginia is pushing our elected officials to ensure that hardworking people have the freedom to thrive in an affordable and fair economy.
Since our founding in 2020, we have engaged with elected officials to push for major changes in health care affordability, economic advancement for families, and fair tax policy. Our team is committed to amplifying the voices of hardworking people and continuing the fight for a more fair and affordable Virginia.
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Here’s what we’re facing:
Virginians not enrolled in Medicare who would benefit from the cost savings of a Prescription Drug Affordability Board
Virginia workers without access to Paid Family and Medical Leave
is the highest Virginia income tax bracket, meaning teachers and millionaires pay the same amount in income taxes
What matters to us
Lowering the cost of prescription drugs
Medicine can’t do its job if you can’t afford it, and Virginians shouldn’t have to choose between prescriptions and other necessities like rent and groceries. Skyrocketing prescription drug costs affect everybody: our seniors, our families, our children, and it’s time to hold big pharmaceutical companies accountable to rein in out-of-control costs.
Establishing Paid Family and Medical Leave
Too many Virginians are forced to choose between caring for themselves or a loved one and the income they depend on. Paid Family and Medical Leave would ensure all working Virginians can take up to 12 weeks of paid time away from work when they need to care for themselves or a loved one. We need to ensure that all 3.4 million Virginia workers have the support they need when they need to take leave.
Creating A Tax System that works for Everyone
We believe that our tax system should be fair – and that it should reward hard work, with everyone paying their fair share. You work hard, and your taxes should support the things Virginians need, like excellent schools, quality and accessible child care, affordable housing and tax relief for families – not more tax breaks for giant corporations. We are delivering what hardworking Virginians want, like affordable housing, job training, college affordability, and safer schools.
Making Energy More Affordable
Virginians deserve affordable energy for hot summers and cold winters, that’s why we’re fighting for the utilities to remove fees from your bill that will save you money every month. Freedom Virginia is supporting legislation that will lead to crucial reductions in electric bills. We are pushing for cleaner, more reliable, and more affordable energy and putting hard working people and our climate over fossil fuels and corporations.
Making Housing More Accessible and Affordable
The cost of housing has increased faster than the rate of inflation in the past five years, and supply is not growing at the rate it should. The average Virginia family cannot afford to purchase a home, and many are struggling to keep up with skyrocketing monthly rent. Ensuring renters can buy their first home through a first-time homebuyers grant program and passing bills allowing more homes to be built are crucial to making housing more accessible and affordable.
Share Your Story!
Do you have a story on high healthcare prices, the skyrocketing cost of utilities, the massive expense of childcare, not having paid sick days, or any other issue impacting your financial security? Let us know below!