Alex Askew

During his first term as Delegate for Virginia’s 85th District, Alex Askew had nine bills signed into law, with seven receiving unanimous bipartisan support. His legislative achievements include expanding workers’ compensation coverage for firefighters, implementing a statewide lead-water testing process in all public schools and daycare centers, and establishing the first dedicated funding source for Hampton Roads Transit.

Beyond his legislative work, Delegate Askew remains actively involved in his community. He is a member of New Jerusalem Ministries, where he mentors and tutors local youth. He also serves as a founding board member of the New Leaders Council Virginia, sits on the board of the Democratic Business Alliance of South Hampton Roads, and is a 2018 graduate of the University of Virginia’s Sorensen Institute Political Leaders Program.