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JANUARY 29, 2026 | Media Coverage

Va. lawmakers try again on paid sick leave and family medical leave bills

Virginia Mercury, by, Charlotte Rene Woods, Jan. 29, 2026

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Virginia Interfaith’s Executive Director, Rev. Dr. LaKeisha Cook, is quoted in this article.  

“We do realize that this comes with a price tag,” Cook said. “We know that this won’t be easy to push across the finish line, but we’re feeling confident.”

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