Launching the multi-year process to change the state constitution, a state House committee on Wednesday passed three resolutions that the full House will take up in January.

Democratic lawmakers who wield control of the Virginia Legislature are hoping to make good on promises made on the campaign trail, including becoming the first Southern state to expand constitutional

The Democratic-controlled Virginia General Assembly is moving forward with plans to amend the state constitution to protect reproductive rights, including abortion.

The committee heard from dozens who support and oppose measures to add a state right to abortion and reproductive health services.

A Democratic-led House of Delegates panel on Wednesday advanced three proposed constitutional amendments, including a revised measure seeking to enshrine abortion rights in the state’s highest law. The new proposal would also require third-trimester abortions to be approved by one doctor instead of three,