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Shelly Simonds

Shelly lost her district 2017 election in a heart-breaking random draw, but won in 2019 w 57.7% of the vote.

Shelly Simonds is a mother, an educator, an advocate, and an entrepreneur — committed to bringing positive change to her community.

She moved to Newport News in 2000 with her husband, Paul, and 2 daughters. She was elected to the School Board in 2012.

Shelly's Priorities Learn more

➔ Healthcare

As a Delegate, Shelly is defending access to healthcare, reducing drug prices, and making sure we protect women’s healthcare rights.

➔ Education

Shelly is focusing her efforts in the House of Delegates on investing in teachers, connecting students to careers, and closing the achievement gap.

➔ VA Workers & Economy +

Shelly is dedicated to bringing good, well-paying jobs to Newport News, and why she strongly supports raising the minimum wage.

➔ Environment +

Shelly has always been an advocate for land conservation and will fight to improve Newport News’ land use accessibility for all residents.

➔ Criminal Justice Reform +

Among Shelly's priorities for Criminal Justice reform are advocating for preventative reform and strong community policing.

➔ Infrastructure +

She advocates for increased funding for better and safer pedestrian and bike access across the peninsula, and she works to ensure our tax dollars on transportation are well spent.

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