Delegate Phil Hernandez

s an effective, creative legislator. In his first term, he passed 10 bills into law. This includes landmark legislation to: expand property tax relief to more Gold Star families, create the largest pilot program in the nation to help families and businesses lower energy bills, improve access to the Child Care Subsidy Program, establish a new Chief Resilience Office to help Virginia prepare for the impacts of a changing climate, and enact the most sweeping reforms to unclaimed property in a generation that will help return over $100 million to families in Virginia every year. In 2024, Phil was named “Rookie Legislator of the Year” by the Virginia Education Association. He also received the 2025 Legislative Leadership Award from the Virginia League of Conservation Voters. Phil always looks for creative ways to build community. He organizes annual blood drives, beach cleanups, and holds several town hall events each year.