Current Position:  Virginia House of Delegates, District 37 from 2006
Other Positions: Project Manager, WSP
Affiliation: Democrat
Candidate: House District 11

David Bulova was first elected Delegate for the 37th District in 2005. The 37th District included the city of Fairfax and parts of Fairfax County. Delegate Bulova is running for re-election in the new District 11 which includes the city of Fairfax and parts of Fairfax County.

Delegate Bulova serves as ranking member of the General Laws Committee and of the Commerce, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Subcommittee in the Appropriations Committee. Additionally, he serves as a member of the Education Committee, Agriculture Chesapeake and Natural Resources and Appropriations Committee.

The Northern Virginia house districts include: Districts 2, 10, 13, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 67, 86, 87.. All NoVA house districts are represented by Democrats except for House District 29 which is represented by Republican Chris Collins and District 33 represented by Republican Dave Larock .

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This post has video interviews of nine Northern Virginia representatives and short overviews of each of them. These interviews were among the first interviews conducted by Virginia onAir.

Clockwise from upper left:

Delegate Mark Keam (D) – District 35
Delegate Karrie Delaney (D) – District 67
Delegate Ibrahim Samirah (D) – District 86
Delegate Dan Helmer (D) – District 40
Delegate Kaye Kory (D) – District 38
Delegate David Bulova (D) – District 37
Delegate Mark Levine (D) – District45
Delegate Liz Guzman (D) – District 31
State Senator Dave Marsden (D) – District 37

Delegate Candi Mundon King represents the 2^nd District (Prince William and Stafford Counties) in the Virginia House of Delegates. With over a decade of experience in government and community relations, including experience securing millions of dollars in funding for underserved educational programs, Candi King knows how to get things done in Richmond. In her first legislative session, Candi was able to:

Expand COVID-19 vaccination capacity;

• Secure pay raises for teachers, state and local employees;
• Standardize special education eligibility criteria to provide equity for students;
• Pass legislation to begin the process of modernizing our transportation system; and
• Pass paid sick leave for home health care workers

Source: Candi King’s Website

Current Position: State Delegate of District 10 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 13 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 29 since 2020
Affiliation: Republican

Bill was elected as a Republican to Winchester City Council in 2014, and resides in Ward 1 with his wife, Katy, and three boys: Clarke, Stewart, and Dawson.

William Wiley has been a member of City council since 2014 voted Vice-President in 2015 and President in 2018.  Prior to being elected to City Council, Wiley served for five years on the Winchester Planning Commission and was Chairman for three of those years.  Professionally, he serves as the business development manager for Howard Shockey and Sons, Inc. and is an associate real estate broker at Oakcrest Commercial Real Estate.  He resides in Ward 1 of Winchester with his Wife, Katy and three boys, Clarke, Stewart, & Dawson.  He is a graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Master’s in Education.

Source: Campaign page

Current Position: State Delegate of District 31 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat

Elizabeth  Guzman has been working in the public sector for 10 years, and currently works as the Division Chief for Administrative Services for the Center for Adult Services for the City of Alexandria. Her personal and professional experience have given her strong insight into the needs of the 31st House of Delegates district, and Elizabeth cares about the many challenges residents in Prince William County and Fauquier County face. Elizabeth will fight as a strong advocate for the needs of the 31st District, whether that’s legislating for change in Richmond, or attending a community meeting in Catlett.

Featured video: This interview was conducted by Nader Momtaz in Liz Guzman’s office in Woodbridge, VA on Oct. 17, 2019. Original interview recording has not been edited in any way.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 32 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 33 since 2014
Affiliation: Republican

Current Position: State Delegate of District 34 since 2015
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 35 since 2010
Affiliation: Democrat

In 2009, Mark became the first Asian-born immigrant and the first Korean American elected to any state-level office in Virginia. Since then, voters in the 35th District have returned Mark to Richmond for additional two-year terms.

Over the past decade, Mark has authored dozens of state laws that impact the quality of life for Virginians, such as improving public education and healthcare, creating innovative tech sector and environmental jobs, supporting military veterans and public safety, reforming tax codes and business regulations, and providing more government transparency, accountability, and efficiency.

Featured video: This interview was conducted by Kerrie Thompson in the Fairfax Regional Library in the Fall of 2019. Original interview recording has not been edited in any way.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 36 since 1978
Affiliation: Democrat

Ken Plum was first elected Delegate for the 36th District in 1978. The 36th District includes parts of Fairfax County.

Delegate Plum serves as Chair of the Agriculture, Chesapeake, and Natural Resources Committee and is a member of the Communications, Technology and Innovation, Appropriations, and Public Safety committees. Delegate Plum is retired teacher and school administrator and is focuses full-time focus on being a Delegate.

The interview below was conducted by Nader Momtaz in Ken Plum’s Pocahontas Building office in Richmond, VA on Jan. 17, 2020. Original interview recording has not been edited in any way.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 38 since 2010
Affiliation: Democrat

Delegate Kaye Kory was elected as the State Delegate for the 38th District in November 2009 and was sworn in on January 6, 2010.  She represents parts of Fairfax County. She currently serves as Chair of the Counties, Cities and Towns committee​​, and the committees on Finance and Public Safety

Though Delegate Kory has achieved prominence in Education, her “activist” roots run broad and deep. Kaye has served on numerous boards and committees in her 30 years in Fairfax County.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 42 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat
Candidate: 2021 State Delegate for District 42

I’ve devoted my career to ensuring all workers have the chance to achieve the American Dream. From my 12 years as a public servant at the U.S. Department of Labor to my advocacy work at the National Immigration Forum, I’ve been committed to ensuring all families have the same opportunities my family had.

Since first being elected in 2017, I have passed 29 bills. This includes protecting coverage for preexisting conditions, expanding voter access, improving worker’s rights, protecting our waterways, and making Virginia more welcoming and inclusive. I am running for re-election to continue the fight for a just and equitable future for all Virginians.

Source: Campaign page

Current Position: State Delegate of District 39 since 1982
Affiliation: Democrat

Vivian Watts was first elected Delegate for the 39th District in 1982. The 39th District includes the city of Annandale and parts of Fairfax County.

Delegate Watts is Chair of the House Finance Committee and is a member of the Courts of Justice, Rules, and Transportation committees. From 1986 to 1990, Vivian Watts was Secretary of Transportation for the Commonwealth.

The interview below occurred during the 2020 General Assembly.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 40 since 2020
Affiliation: Democrat

Dan Helmer is a combat veteran, business strategist, Rhodes Scholar, husband, and father.  His wife, Karen, is a public school teacher, and their two young sons, Harris and Aaron, attend class in Fairfax County Public Schools.

Dan is a leader who is ready to bring out-of-the-box thinking to deliver better transportation solutions to Northern Virginia, protect our children in school while ensuring they have a high quality education, and protecting Virginians’ access to quality, affordable healthcare.

Featured video: This interview was conducted by Shuaib Ahmed in Dan Helmer’s office in Arlington, VA on Dec. 11, 2019. Original interview recording has not been edited in any way.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 41
Affiliation: Democrat

Eileen Filler-Corn has served in the Virginia House of Delegates, representing the 41st District, since 2010. The 41st District, located in Fairfax County, includes Burke and parts of Fairfax, Fairfax Station and West Springfield.  She currently is the 56th Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates.

Speaker Filler-Corn is also Chair of the House Rules Committee.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 43 since 2004
Affiliation: Democrat

Mark Sickles was first elected Delegate for the 43rd District in 2004. The 43rd District includes parts of Fairfax County.

Mark Sickles is Chair of the Health, Welfare and Institutions Committee, Vice Chair of the Appropriations Committee and is a member of Privileges and Elections and Rules committees. Delegate Sickles is currently the House Democratic Caucus Deputy Minority Leader.

Current Position: State Delegate of VA House District 45 since 2022
Affiliation: Democrat
Former Position: Vice Mayor of Alexandria

Born in Alexandria to two Naval officers, Elizabeth is dedicated to serving her community. She co-leads Together We Bake, a nonprofit job training and personal development program for underserved women.

Elizabeth is the former Vice Mayor of Alexandria. She is also the former Chair of the Virginia Railway Express.

She also represented Alexandria on a number of other boards including the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission, the Northern Virginia Regional Commission, Visit Alexandria, and the Alexandria Library Board, among others.

Source: Campaign page

Current Position: State Delegate of District 44 since 2016
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 46 since 2009
Affiliation: Democrat

Charniele Herring was first elected Delegate for the 46th District in 2009. The 46th District includes parts of the City of Alexandria.

Delegate Herring is Chair of the Courts of Justice Committee and is a member of the Rules Committee. She presently serves on the Board of the Parent Teacher Leadership Institute of Alexandria and as a Trustee of Hopkins House—advocating for strong pre-k education.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 47 since 2010
Affiliation: Democrat

Patrick Hope was first elected Delegate for the 47th District in 2010. The 47th District includes parts of Arlington County.

Delegate Patrick Hope serves as Chair of the Public Safety Committee and is a member of the Courts of Justice and Health, Welfare and Institutions committees. Delegate Patrick Hope is a health care attorney.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 48 since 2014
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of District 49 since 2010
Affiliation: Democrat

Current Position: State Delegate of VA House District 51 since 2022
Affiliation: Democrat
Former Position: Prince William County District Director for Congressman Connolly

Born and raised in Prince William County, Briana is the daughter of high school sweethearts from Selma, Alabama, brought to this community by their service to our country.

Both of her parents honorably served our nation as members of the United States Air Force for over 20 years. At retirement, her father held the rank of Senior Master Sergeant, and her mother held the rank of Lieutenant Colonel—a testament to their military prowess.

Source: Campaign page

Current Position: State Delegate of District 52 since 2010
Affiliation: Democrat

Luke Torian was first elected Delegate for the 52nd District in 2010. The 52nd District includes parts of Prince William County.

Delegate Torian is Chair of the House Appropriations Committee and is a member of the General Laws and Rules committees. From 1986 to 1990, Vivian Watts was Secretary of Transportation for the Commonwealth. Delegate Torian has served as the Pastor of First Mount Zion Baptist Church in Dumfries for 23 years.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 53 since 2014
Affiliation: Democrat

Marcus Simon was first elected Delegate for the 53rd District in 2014. The 53rd District includes the City of Falls Church and parts of Fairfax County.

Delegate Simon is Chair of the House Privileges and Elections Committee and is a member of the Courts of Justice, Rules, and General Laws committees. In 2008 Delegate Simon co-founded the Law Firm of Leggett, Simon, Freemyers & Lyon and Ekko Title, a real estate settlement, title and escrow company.

Current Position: State Delegate of District 67 since 2018
Affiliation: Democrat

As a local community leader and a mom,  Karrie Delaney is dedicated to bringing innovative economic growth, world-class education, and healthcare for all to Northern Virginia.”

Karrie Delaney has always been committed to strengthening the community for everyone.

The daughter of a U.S. Army veteran, Karrie saw firsthand the importance of supporting our returning heroes. Her dad came home from Korea in the late 1950’s to get his GED and a good-paying job in a VA Hospital.

Featured video: This interview was conducted by Kerrie Thompson at the Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax City during the LWV-Fairfax Redistricting Forum on Nov. 17, 2019. Original interview recording has not been edited in any way.

Current Position: State Delegate of VA House District 86 since 2022
Affiliation: Democrat

A resident of downtown Herndon, Irene Shin has been involved in public service in Virginia since 2014. Irene currently works as Executive Director of the Virginia Civic Engagement Table, a nonprofit organization that organizes communities to increase civic education and engagement across the Commonwealth.

Source: Campaign page

Current Position: State Delegate of District 87 since 2020
Affiliation: Democrat