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Featured Action: Protecting Consumer Rights and Economic Fairness and Fighting Predatory Lending and Abusive Debt Collection

Action Alert: Stop Debt Buyers from Harassing Virginians for Old Debt

In Virginia, General District Court records are destroyed after 10 years. However, under current law, debt judgments can still be enforced for another decade.

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Jill A Hanken Scholarship Program

For over 40 years, Jill Hanken worked at VPLC and paved the way for better healthcare in the Commonwealth. A relentless advocate for low-income Virginians, she successfully fought for advances that have given hundreds of thousands access to healthcare.

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Volunteer Sign-Up Form

We often rely on volunteers to assist us in our work.

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Supporting Families and Children in Crisis and Protecting Victims and Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence

[ENDED] Action Alert: Protect Survivors’ Access to Protective Orders

Update 3/5/26: HB 1363 (Dougherty) was reported this week from the Senate Courts of Justice Committee with an amendment on a 12–3 vote.

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Justice in Real Life: Maria

Elevating tenants’ voices to drive lasting housing reform across Virginia.

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Justice in Real Life: Carlos

A $32 mistake cost him everything.

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Justice in Real Life: Lena

When tenants say enough is enough.

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