Bill would give Virginia renters an alternative to security deposits Ian Price January 24, 2020 1 min read A proposed bill aims to offer Virginia renters the option of waiving the standard ‘first and last month’s rent’ security deposit. Its sponsor hopes the idea also catches on in other states, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Mast General Store coming this summer is hiringNext: New candidate to announce run for Salem City Council Related Stories 1 min read Huddle Up Moms co-founder honored as Social Entrepreneur of the Year by JA Gene Marrano November 6, 2025 1 min read United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge launches Emergency Relief Fund campaign Gene Marrano November 6, 2025 1 min read Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025