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Virginia lawmakers propose change in response to death of Charles Byers: 'This was a system failure'
Del. Debra Gardner said she's considering legislation to tighten a gap in the overlap of the mental health and legal systems, after reviewing the circumstances surrounding the death of Charles Byers.
By: Tyler Layne
Posted 4:28 AM, Jul 31, 2024 and last updated 4:51 AM, Jul 31, 2024
New de-escalation training still not implemented in Virginia, four years after police reform laws passed
Some lawmakers and use of force experts have raised concerns over the deadly police shooting of a mentally ill man who was holding a hatchet in a Chesterfield neighborhood last year.
By: Tyler Layne
Posted 5:27 AM, Aug 07, 2024
Join Debra Gardner for Community Movie Night and Career Counseling Events in Chesterfield
Debra Gardner supports Chesterfield's movie night and career counseling to uplift the community. ...more
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Debra Gardner Addresses Retail Crime and Tours Riverside Regional Jail
Debra Gardner discusses retail crime solutions and tours Riverside Regional Jail with colleagues. ...more
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August 30, 2024•2 min read
Debra Gardner Advocates for Privacy Rights and Anti-Hate Crime Legislation
Debra Gardner attends Technology Caucus and celebrates the signing of HB 18 for hate crime protections. ...more
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August 30, 2024•2 min read
Debra Gardner Engages in Health Policy Discussions at Medicaid Bootcamp and VHHA Dinner
Debra Gardner participates in key healthcare events to discuss Medicaid, disability services, and workforce issues. ...more
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August 30, 2024•2 min read
Join Debra Gardner for July Mobile Office Hours
Meet Debra Gardner during July mobile office hours to address your state agency issues. ...more
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July 05, 2024•1 min read
New Virginia Laws: Enhancing Taxation, Voting Rights, and Social Services
Explore new Virginia laws affecting taxation, voting rights, and social services, effective from 2025. ...more
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July 05, 2024•2 min read
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