Virginia Commission On Immigration To Hold Public Hearing On May 22

The Virginia Commission on Immigration is holding the first of five statewide public hearings on Thursday, May 22, at George Mason University's Johnson Center (Fairfax, Virginia). Two sessions will be held, 2 – 5 p.m. and 6 – 9 p.m.

The Commission is seeking public input on how immigration issues are affecting Virginia.

The public is encouraged to comment on immigration issues affecting Northern Virginia, as the Commission will conduct additional hearings in other parts of the Commonwealth. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per person. Sign up for public comment will be onsite at 1:00 and 5:00 p.m.

Virginia Department of Social Services
7 North 8th Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
Carla Harris
Division of Public Affairs
804-726-7107
carla.harris@dss.virginia.gov

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) www.dss.virginia.gov is located in Richmond and administers social services programs, consistent with Federal and State law and policy of the State Board of Social Services through 121 local departments of social services (LDSS) throughout the state. VDSS mission is “People helping people triumph over poverty, abuse and neglect to shape strong futures for themselves, their families and communities.”

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