Press Release: Special Election Called for 9th Senate District
Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued a writ of election, calling a special election in the 9th Senate District for January 9, 2024. The seat is currently held by The Honorable Frank Ruff, who will resign on January 9, 2024.
The full writ of election from Governor Youngkin is available here.
The last day for candidates to file is December 20, 2023. Information regarding candidacy requirements can be found on the Department of Elections website.
Background:
-WRIC: Frank M. Ruff, Jr. to Retire From Virginia State Senate Due to Health Concerns
-Richmond Times-Dispatch: Just re-elected, Sen. Frank Ruff to retire after 30 years in Assembly