politics

March 26, 2026

Virginia Democrats pass paid leave program potentially open to illegal immigrants

Virginia will guarantee nearly its entire workforce “the right” to paid family and medical leave, pending Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s (D-VA) signature on new legislation that would establish a costly worker assistance program open to almost all state residents — including, potentially, illegal immigrants.

Virginia Democrats pass paid leave program potentially open to illegal immigrants

TL;DR

  • Virginia is close to enacting legislation guaranteeing paid family and medical leave.
  • The program is designed to cover almost the entire state workforce.
  • The legislation awaits the signature of Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA).
  • The worker assistance program is described as potentially costly.
  • The program may be accessible to illegal immigrants.

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