Wilt to Seek Reelection in November
January 6, 2025
Harrisonburg – Delegate Tony Wilt (R-Rockingham) released the following statement announcing his intent to seek reelection as the Delegate for the 34th House District in the Virginia General Assembly. The 34th District includes the City of Harrisonburg and a portion of Rockingham County.
“Since my initial election, I have enjoyed the opportunity to work with and build relationships with many great Valley residents, as well as fellow legislators and citizens from across the Commonwealth. With their help, we’ve had some great successes in recent years championing policies supporting and protecting vulnerable students, strengthening programs that support our family farms, and remaining a consistent advocate for common sense tax and regulatory policies that put the economic concerns of taxpayers and ratepayers first.
“However, with inflation remaining stubbornly high and concerning challenges on the horizon, particularly in areas such as energy policy and workforce development, I believe my experiences and thoughtful approach to legislating can still be an asset moving forward.
“The General Assembly currently has the narrowest Democratic majority in both chambers. If re-elected, I will remain a conservative voice of reason to guard against some of the most liberal policies that are sure to be brought forward in the next term. At the same time, I have a reputation for not being afraid to work across the aisle when it makes sense to find common ground to address the challenges that many Virginians face.
“With the 2025 Virginia General Assembly Session starting later this week, representing the citizens of the 34th House District as their voice in Richmond will remain my focus and priority. When the session concludes, I look forward to speaking with voters at community events and at their doorstep to learn about the issues they find important and discussing ways we can work to address them.
“If given the opportunity and honor to serve another term as the Delegate for the 34th House District, I vow to continue to serve with honesty and integrity, remaining true to my faith and convictions and placing the needs of Valley residents first.”
“Since my initial election, I have enjoyed the opportunity to work with and build relationships with many great Valley residents, as well as fellow legislators and citizens from across the Commonwealth. With their help, we’ve had some great successes in recent years championing policies supporting and protecting vulnerable students, strengthening programs that support our family farms, and remaining a consistent advocate for common sense tax and regulatory policies that put the economic concerns of taxpayers and ratepayers first.
“However, with inflation remaining stubbornly high and concerning challenges on the horizon, particularly in areas such as energy policy and workforce development, I believe my experiences and thoughtful approach to legislating can still be an asset moving forward.
“The General Assembly currently has the narrowest Democratic majority in both chambers. If re-elected, I will remain a conservative voice of reason to guard against some of the most liberal policies that are sure to be brought forward in the next term. At the same time, I have a reputation for not being afraid to work across the aisle when it makes sense to find common ground to address the challenges that many Virginians face.
“With the 2025 Virginia General Assembly Session starting later this week, representing the citizens of the 34th House District as their voice in Richmond will remain my focus and priority. When the session concludes, I look forward to speaking with voters at community events and at their doorstep to learn about the issues they find important and discussing ways we can work to address them.
“If given the opportunity and honor to serve another term as the Delegate for the 34th House District, I vow to continue to serve with honesty and integrity, remaining true to my faith and convictions and placing the needs of Valley residents first.”
