Richmond, VA — April 22, 2026 – Today, Governor Abigail D. Spanberger and the General Assembly passed landmark legislation establishing Virginia’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program. Beginning in 2028, the law will guarantee working Virginians the right to take up to twelve weeks of paid time off to welcome a child, care for a seriously ill loved one, or recover from their own serious health condition.
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RICHMOND, VA— February 23, 2026 — The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) announces today Joanna Darcus will serve as the agency’s new Deputy Commissioner. Darcus was appointed by Governor Abigail Spanberger.
RICHMOND, VA — February 3, 2026 — The Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) announces today Melissa Smith will serve as the agency’s new Commissioner. Smith was appointed by Governor Abigail Spanberger.
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RICHMOND, VA — January 15, 2026 – After more than two years of service leading the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) through a period of significant transformation, Commissioner Demetrios “Mitch” Melis’s last day with the agency will be Friday, January 16.
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