Proposal to end governor’s authority to restore felons’ right advances in Richmond Evan Jones February 8, 2017 1 min read The General Assembly is one step closer toward taking away a Virginia governor’s power to restore felons’ rights. A bitterly-divided State Senate yesterday approved a proposed Constitutional amendment. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Heart Ball a major fundraiser and social eventNext: Lt Governor Ralph Northam live on WFIR this morning Related Stories 1 min read Batman actor Michael Keaton endorses 6th District Congressional candidate Beth Macy Clark Palmer November 20, 2025 0 1 min read Are you interested in an RSO inclusive adult ensemble? Denise Membreno November 20, 2025 0 1 min read Healing Strides of Virginia continues to tweak its programs serving veterans often in crisis Gene Marrano November 20, 2025 0