Virginia legislators need to hear from you

By Dani Sheehan. 

Take a few minutes to stand with Virginia’s roofing industry and protect the state’s Right-to-Work law. 

For more than 70 years, Virginia’s Right-to-Work policy has protected employees’ freedom to choose whether union membership is right for them. It’s also been a foundation of the Commonwealth’s economic strength, helping Virginia consistently rank among the best states for business. Repealing this law would jeopardize that success, raising costs, limiting workforce flexibility and creating new challenges for contractors and suppliers across the state. 

Why this matters to roofing contractors 

1 – Worker choice stays protected. Right-to-Work ensures your crew can choose the path that fits their needs and budget. 

2 – Virginia stays competitive. Keeping Right-to-Work in place reinforces Virginia’s reputation as a state where businesses can grow, invest and create jobs. This policy has helped attract new companies, encourage expansion and support a steady flow of construction and infrastructure projects across the Commonwealth.  

3 – Small businesses stay strong. Right-to-Work helps small businesses control costs, adapt to changing market conditions and reinvest in their people through competitive wages, training and safety programs.  

Your voice can influence decisions 

Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) Advocacy Chair Rick Heath recently sent email communication urging contractors to take action before bills begin moving. He shared, “Legislators pay close attention to the constituents they represent. Hearing directly from roofing professionals in their districts will help ensure our concerns are understood.” 

VARP is part of the statewide Keep Virginia Working coalition, which has launched an easy online tool to help you contact your state Senator and Delegate in just minutes: keepvirginiaworking.com. 

Since 1967, VARP has served as the unified voice of Virginia’s roofing industry, bringing together contractors, suppliers, consultants and manufacturers to promote high standards, provide education and advocate for favorable laws and regulations. 

VARP ensures that roofing professionals have the support they need to grow their businesses and protect their interests through: 

• Professional resources and networking 
• Technical and safety training 
• Mentoring and workforce development programs 
• Proactive representation at the state level 

Take action today 

Your participation matters. Your voice matters. And together, through strong industry associations, we can help keep Virginia a competitive, pro-business state where roofing companies can thrive. 

Visit keepvirginiaworking.com to message your legislators today and stand with the roofing industry at a pivotal moment for the Commonwealth.