Bryce Reeves
2012 - Present
2024
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Bryce Reeves (Republican Party) is a member of the Virginia State Senate, representing District 17. He assumed office in 2012. His current term ends on January 10, 2024.
Reeves (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Virginia State Senate to represent District 17. He won in the general election on November 5, 2019.
He was a 2017 Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Virginia, but lost in the general election on November 7, 2017.
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Biography
Reeves earned his M.P.A. in public policy from George Mason University. He also received a B.S. in industrial education from Texas A&M University. He then worked for the Prince William County Police Vice/Narcotics Bureau.
Reeves served in the United States Army, where he attained the rank of captain.
Committee assignments
2020-2021
Reeves was assigned to the following committees:
- General Laws and Technology Committee
- Local Government Committee
- Senate Privileges and Elections Committee
- Rehabilitation and Social Services Committee
2019-2020
Reeves was assigned to the following committees:
- Senate Courts of Justice Committee
- Senate Privileges and Elections Committee
- General Laws and Technology Committee
- Senate Rules Committee
- Rehabilitation and Social Services Committee, Chair
2016 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2016 legislative session, Reeves served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2016 |
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| • Rehabilitation and Social Services, Chair |
| • Courts of Justice |
| • General Laws and Technology |
| • Privileges and Elections |
| • Rules |
2015 legislative session
In the 2015 legislative session, Reeves served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • General Laws and Technology |
| • Privileges and Elections |
| • Rehabilitation and Social Services |
2014 legislative session
In the 2014 legislative session, Reeves served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2014 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • General Laws and Technology |
| • Privileges and Elections |
| • Rehabilitation and Social Services |
2012-2013
In the 2012-2013 legislative session, Reeves served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2012 |
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| • Courts of Justice |
| • General Laws and Technology |
| • Privileges and Elections |
| • Rehabilitation and Social Services |
Presidential preference
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2019
See also: Virginia State Senate elections, 2019
General election for Virginia State Senate District 17
Incumbent Bryce Reeves defeated Amy Laufer in the general election for Virginia State Senate District 17 on November 5, 2019.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
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| ✔ |
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Bryce Reeves (R) |
51.6
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34,494 |
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Amy Laufer (D) |
48.1
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32,176 | |
| Other/Write-in votes |
0.3
|
208 | ||
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Total votes: 66,878 |
Democratic primary for Virginia State Senate District 17
Amy Laufer defeated S. Ben Hixon in the Democratic primary for Virginia State Senate District 17 on June 11, 2019.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
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| ✔ |
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Amy Laufer |
78.2
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6,042 |
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S. Ben Hixon |
21.7
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1,679 | |
| Other/Write-in votes |
0.0
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1 | ||
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Total votes: 7,722 |
Republican primary for Virginia State Senate District 17
Incumbent Bryce Reeves defeated Rich Breeden in the Republican primary for Virginia State Senate District 17 on June 11, 2019.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
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| ✔ |
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Bryce Reeves |
82.3
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6,325 |
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Rich Breeden |
17.7
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1,359 | |
| Other/Write-in votes |
0.0
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1 | ||
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Total votes: 7,685 |
2017
Virginia held an election for lieutenant governor on November 7, 2017. Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam (D) was running for governor, leaving the lieutenant governor election an open race.
The general election took place on November 7, 2017. A primary election was held on June 13, 2017. The filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in the primary election was March 30, 2017.
Justin Fairfax (D) defeated Jill Holtzman Vogel (R) in the election for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.[1]| Virginia Lieutenant Gubernatorial Election, 2017 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Justin Fairfax |
52.77% | 1,368,261 | |
| Republican | Jill Holtzman Vogel | 47.23% | 1,224,519 | |
| Total Votes | 2,592,780 | |||
| Source: Virginia Department of Elections | ||||
| Virginia Democratic Lieutenant Gubernatorial Primary, 2017 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Justin Fairfax |
49.13% | 252,400 |
| Susan Platt | 39.19% | 201,316 |
| Gene Rossi | 11.69% | 60,041 |
| Total Votes | 513,757 | |
| Source: The New York Times | ||
| Virginia Republican Lieutenant Gubernatorial Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Jill Holtzman Vogel |
42.73% | 151,998 |
| Bryce Reeves | 39.98% | 142,218 |
| Glenn Davis | 17.29% | 61,517 |
| Total Votes | 355,733 | |
| Source: The New York Times | ||
Reeves-Vogel lawsuit
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In September and October 2016, a series of emails signed "Martha McDaniel" were sent to local Republican Party officials and supporters of Reeves. The emails accused Reeves of being involved in an extramarital affair with an unnamed staffer. On January 1, 2017, Reeves produced forensic evidence which he claimed tied the emails to his fellow state senator and rival in the Republican lieutenant gubernatorial primary, Jill Holtzman Vogel. Vogel alleged that her family's devices were hacked and denied any involvement with the McDaniel emails. The final development in the case before the June 13, 2017, primary election was a hearing on June 9, 2017, in Stafford County Circuit Court. The judge in that hearing denied Reeves' request for subpoenas against the Vogels, their neighbors, and two activists Reeves alleged may have knowledge of the emails' source.[3][4]
2015
- See also: Virginia State Senate elections, 2015
Elections for the Virginia State Senate took place in 2015. A primary election was held on June 9, 2015. The general election took place on November 3, 2015. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 26, 2015.[5] Ned Gallaway was unopposed in the Democratic primary. Incumbent Bryce Reeves was unopposed in the Republican primary. Reeves defeated Gallaway in the general election.[6]
Race snapshot
Gallaway has been the chair of the Albemarle County School Board. District 25 incumbent Creigh Deeds endorsed Gallaway, citing "his passion for education and his deep knowledge and understanding of many of the issues facing our school system."[7] Gallaway also received the endorsement of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Democrats of Virginia.[8]
Reeves, the owner of an insurance agency, received the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Businesses.[8]
The candidates appeared at an October 15 candidate forum in Culpeper, video of which can be seen here. Reeves declined to participate in a debate that would have been sponsored by the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, prompting Gallaway to accuse the incumbent of being "more interested in his own political future rather than the future of Virginians." Reeves' campaign responded, "It is sad that the Gallaway campaign has opted for distorting the truth and playing petty political games."[9]
2011
- See also: Virginia State Senate elections, 2011
On November 8, 2011, Reeves won election to District 17 of the Virginia State Senate. He defeated incumbent R. Edward "Edd" Houck (D) in the November 8 general election.[10]
| Virginia State Senate, District 17 General Election, 2011 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Bryce Reeves |
50.3% | 22,615 | |
| Democratic | R. Edward "Edd" Houck Incumbent | 49.7% | 22,389 | |
| Total Votes | 45,004 | |||
Campaign themes
2019
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2017
The following issues were found on Reeves' campaign website. For a full list of Reeves' positions, click here.
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Service above self Preserving our rights Protecting our families |
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| —Bryce Reeves[12] | ||
2011
Reeves' website highlighted the following campaign themes:
- Opposing New Tax Increases
- Excerpt: "In this time of economic uncertainty, families and businesses across Virginia cannot afford any tax increases. A tax increase now would only further delay job creation and future prosperity."
- Providing a Quality Education for Our Children
- Excerpt: "I understand the importance of a quality education and I will work to ensure that education dollars are spent in the classroom and not on bureaucratic overhead or unfunded mandates."
- Defending The Constitution
- Excerpt: "When we limit government intrusion in our small businesses and expect every able-bodied Virginian to work, live freely, and lead productive lives; we all benefit. I will defend Virginians from federal health care mandates and any other attempts by Washington to intrude in our liberties."
- Protecting Our Common Conservative Values
- Excerpt: "I will uphold and defend our common Virginian conservative values while working for you in Richmond. I believe in our right to legally and safely bear arms and will defend the Constitution's Second Amendment from being watered down or infringed upon by any legislation or bureaucracy."
Campaign donors
2011
In 2011, Reeves received $1,168,462 in campaign donations. The top contributors are listed below.[13]
| Virginia State Senate 2011 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Bryce Reeves's campaign in 2011 | |
| Virginia Republican Party | 620,772 |
| Opportunity Virginia PAC | 50,409 |
| Gillman, Richard | 25,000 |
| Vakos III, William | 15,756 |
| 7Th District Republic Cmte | 12,500 |
| Total Raised in 2011 | 1168462 |
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2021
In 2021, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 13 to February 8.
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- Legislators are scored by the Family Foundation on their votes on bills related to "principles of life, marriage, parental authority, constitutional government and religious liberty."
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2020
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In 2020, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 8 to March 12. A special session was held from August 18 to November 9.
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2019
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In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 through February 24.
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2018
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In 2018, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 10 through March 10. Special sessions were held from April 11 to May 30 and from August 30 to October 30.
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2017
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In 2017, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 11 through February 25.
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2016
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In 2016, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 13 through March 11.
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2015
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In 2015, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 14 to February 28, 2015.
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2014
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In 2014, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 8 through March 10.
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2013
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In 2013, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 to February 25.
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2012
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In 2012, the Virginia General Assembly was in regular session from January 11 to March 10.
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Personal
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Reeves and his wife, Anne, have two children.
Noteworthy events
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| Coronavirus pandemic |
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On August 25, Reeves announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19.[14]
See also
2019 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "List of Statewide Candidates," October 17, 2017
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 Primary Filing," accessed May 12, 2017
- ↑ The Washington Post, "Soap operatic GOP race for Va. lieutenant governor to play out in courtroom," May 23, 2017
- ↑ Twitter, "Patrick Wilson," June 9, 2017
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "2015 November Election Calendar," accessed January 2, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "2015 General election candidates," accessed August 21, 2015
- ↑ The Daily Progress, "Albemarle School Board Chairman Gallaway seeking Democratic nomination for 17th Senate District race," May 4, 2015
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 The Daily Progress, "LGBT group endorses Gallaway, Reeves get support from small business lobbyists," September 23, 2015
- ↑ Culpeper Star-Exponent, "Reeves declines UMW's invitation to forum; sparks criticism from Gallaway," September 18, 2015
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "November 2011 General Election Official Results," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Bryce Reeves, "Where Bryce Stands," accessed June 9, 2017
- ↑ Follow the Money, "2011 Campaign Contributions," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ Washington Post, "Virginia state senator tests positive for coronavirus a week after meeting in special session," August 25, 2020
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| Preceded by R. Edward "Edd" Houck (D) |
Virginia State Senate District 17 2012 – Present |
Succeeded by NA |
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