Louise Lucas

Louise Lucas has served in the State Senate since 1992.
Democrat

Currently represents State Senate District 18

Voting Unity: Democratic Caucus

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How often does Louise Lucas vote with the party when at least two-thirds of other Democrats take the same position?

With Caucus

88%

Other

12%

SB17

Enforcement of vehicle liens; increases property value.

02/03/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate (Voice Vote)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (32-Y 8-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB347

Local regulation of solar facilities; special exceptions.

01/29/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate as amended
01/30/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (21-Y 17-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB396

Driver's licenses; requirements for initial licensure, persons age 18 to 21.

02/04/2026 - Senate: Reconsideration of defeated action agreed to by Senate
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (22-Y 18-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
No
02/03/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate as amended (Voice Vote)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and defeated by Senate (19-Y 21-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
No

Bill Details

SB426

Alteration of suspension system and bumper heights; proof of compliance.

02/04/2026 - Senate: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB426)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (37-Y 3-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB437

Truck-mounted attenuators; vehicles equipped with white warning lights.

01/28/2026 - Senate: Constitutional reading dispensed (on 3rd reading) (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
01/28/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (38-Y 2-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB506

Vehicle equipment; clear film on windshields.

02/03/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate as amended (Voice Vote)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (39-Y 1-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB581

Fairfax, City of; amending charter, elections, compensation for members of boards or commissions.

01/28/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate (Voice Vote)
01/29/2026 - Senate: Read third time and defeated by Senate (24-Y 16-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB583

Bus obstruction monitoring systems; parking, stopping, and standing enforcement.

02/03/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate as amended (Voice Vote)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and defeated by Senate (18-Y 21-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB612

Motion picture production; extends income tax credit sunset.

01/29/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate - committee substitute
01/30/2026 - Senate: Read third time and passed Senate (24-Y 16-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
Yes

Bill Details

SB663

Emergency vehicles; exempt from certain traffic regulations.

02/03/2026 - Senate: Engrossed by Senate (Voice Vote)
02/04/2026 - Senate: Read third time and defeated by Senate (16-Y 24-N 0-A)

Louise Lucas:
No

Bill Details

VPAP's unity score should not be interpreted as a partisan litmus test. For instance, Republicans who more often split from caucus does not necessarily mean they are less conservative than peers. It could mean they are more conservative. A nuanced reading of bills involved is needed to reach any conclusions.