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Virginia Loses Trailblazing Senator Janet Howell | Richmond News
Virginia mourns the loss of Senator Janet Howell, a trailblazing figure who shattered glass ceilings and served with distinction for over three decades. As the first woman to co-chair the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee and the longest-serving female legislator in Virginia’s history, she left an indelible mark on Northern Virginia and statewide policy. Her legacy is honored by colleagues who praised her as a fearless champion for women, a mentor to rising leaders, and a voice of grace and integrity in public service. Her passing closes a chapter in Virginia politics — one defined…
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