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Group Visits
We are always willing to assist you in planning a group visit to the Capitol. Please contact my office and we can make any needed arrangements for you.
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Message from Chris
In these times, where bad news is too often an occurrence, I am happy to share some good news with you. During my service as your Delegate, I have worked with my colleagues in the General Assembly to grow Virginia's economy and to enact legislation that will create jobs and opportunities for residents of Virginia and those that are soon to graduate in the coming weeks.
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Delegate Peace visits with New Kent Middle School students at Career Day last week |
In this month's Peace Progress, I'd like to share some good news regarding Virginia's shrinking unemployment rate, our work to expand the economy, and efforts to promote small businesses across the Commonwealth.
Lowest Unemployment Rate Since December '08
The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics recently announced that Virginia's unemployment rate fell from 5.6 percent to 5.3 percent in March - the lowest rate since December 2008. Virginia has the lowest unemployment rate in the Southeast, and the second lowest East of the Mississippi.
Virginia's unemployment rate is now over a full point lower than any of our neighboring states. This good news demonstrates that the General Assembly and Governor McDonnell's conservative principles are helping foster job growth and opportunity here in the Commonwealth. While we are pleased with this superb progress, we will have to keep working hard to build our economy as we face the uncertain challenges from sequestration and the Obama Administration's focus on military base closures and reduced defense spending.
Please click here to read more about Virginia's low unemployment rate
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Reading in the classroom at Cool Spring Primary School in King William County |
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Governor McDonnell to Host Small Business Summit
Governor Bob McDonnell today announced that he will host the Governor's Small Business Summit in Richmond Wednesday, June 5, 2013. The Summit is co-hosted by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and will be held during 'Business Appreciation' week in Virginia. The summit will bring together small businesses to discuss challenges and opportunities for small business owners in the Commonwealth. The summit is part of Governor McDonnell's commitment to ensure Virginia is the best place to own and operate a small business in the nation.
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Delegate Peace speaks to the Mechanicsville Rotary |
"In October of 2011, Governor McDonnell hosted a Small Business Summit in Richmond featuring panels on procurement, technology, key issues, and funding," said Nicole Riley, Virginia state director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). "The results were very positive, and NFIB is pleased to partner with Governor McDonnell to host a second summit. With significant headwinds still hampering economic growth nationwide, Virginia must remain focused on addressing issues that matter to small businesses."
For more information about the summit and to register.
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Delegate Peace Hosts Annual New Kent Town Hall Meeting
WHAT:
New Kent Town Hall Meeting
WHEN:
Tuesday, May 14, 2013, 6:30pm
WHERE:
New Kent Visitors and Commerce Center, On Route 106 at Interstate 64, exit 211, New Kent, VA 23124
WHO:
Delegate Christopher K. Peace
WHY:
Residents are encouraged to attend this open forum and communicate to Delegate Peace their thoughts on the issues and concerns specific to the New Kent community. Delegate Peace will be sharing an overview of the actions of the 2013 General Assembly. Please bring friends, family and neighbors.
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Help Chris Win Re-Election
Mark your calendars for June 10th for a "Party on the Patio" with Delegate Chris Peace. Chris is not taking the general election for granted and needs your help with this first and only event before the fall campaign season.
"Party on the Patio"
Monday, June 10
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
The Commonwealth Club
401 West Franklin Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220
Oyster Station, Heavy Hors d'oeuvres, Richmond Craft Beers, Cocktails
Business Attire: Jacket and Tie.
For questions and sponsorship opportunities contact Julie Coggsdale (804) 730-3737 or julie@chrispeace.com
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Contact Me
My office takes the responsibility of serving seriously. My staff is available during the week to assist you with your concerns; I am also readily available. I encourage you to contact us. Please continue to contact me whenever you have concerns or issues of importance to our community and the Commonwealth.
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