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Virginia, officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, [a] is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains.

2 days ago · Virginia, constituent state of the U.S., one of the original 13 colonies. It is bordered by Maryland to the northeast, the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast, North Carolina and …

Aug 17, 2025 · Why Is Virginia a Commonwealth Instead of a State? Unpack the unique historical origins of Virginia's "Commonwealth" status and its actual legal standing today.

Temporary Cash Assistance for Families with Minor Children (TANF) TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency and Virginia receives block grants that fund these …

6 days ago · Here’s a full rundown of who has been appointed to serve alongside Virginia’s Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger.

Virginia, officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, [a] is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains.

Jan 6, 2026 · The present revision of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s constitution of 1776 was adopted in 1970 and ratified the following year. In it the state retains the organization of the …

The government of Virginia combines the executive, legislative and judicial branches of authority in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The current governor of Virginia is Glenn Youngkin.

Secretary of the Commonwealth WHAT WE DO The Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth is responsible for assisting the Governor in a number of different capacities.