5th District
Perriello: Responding to Violence and Death in our Communities
Each life lost is a tragedy for families and for Virginians.
Six of Seven Republican Candidates Make Case for a Convention
…rather than an open primary in June to avoid Democratic votes.
Perriello: Answering Medicare Questions
“Recent changes should secure and extend Medicare coverage for seniors.”
Perriello: Voting for the Majority on Health Care
“The legislation reduces the federal deficit by $109 billion…”
Perriello Urges Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension
“…an extension is needed for the credit to maximize its impact…”
Perriello on 5th District Education
Perriello talks finance, educational responsibilities and possibilities.
‘Rees for Congress’ Convicted on Concealed Weapons Charge
Bradley Rees, candidate for the Republican nomination for the 2010 5th-District Congressional race, was fined $100 in Lynchburg General District Court for possessing a concealed weapon without a permit.
Perriello Encourages Green Jobs and New Energy Economy
Today, 50 leaders in new energy from all corners of the 5th District met at a New Energy Summit convened by Congressman Tom Perriello. The goal of the summit was to design a blueprint for making Southern and Central Virginia a national model of the new energy economy.
$20 Million in Recovery Act Funds Could Be Headed To 5th District Roads and Bridges
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has released its recommendations for bridge replacement and pavement projects to be funded using federal money from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, or stimulus bill.
