Women in the House of Delegates

The number of women serving in the Virginia House of Delegates will be at a record high when the General Assembly session begins this week. Women in the House have steadily increased their ranks since 2016, driven by increases in the Democratic caucus.

Notes: Data as of 1/9/2026. Numbers may change based on the results of special elections scheduled in January 2026.

Sources: Virginia General Assembly member pages, election results from the Virginia Department of Elections, and VPAP research.