Republican incumbent Chris Obenshain and Democratic challenger Lily Franklin have invested a combined $1.3 million into their tight rematch for Virginia's House District 41.

Education is top of mind for lawmakers as they make changes to the Virginia budget.

The House of Delegates and Senate have presented their proposed amendments to Governor Youngkin's budget.

Lawmakers from Southwest Virginia convened in Richmond Wednesday for the opening of a new General Assembly session.

The General Assembly goes into session January 10.