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Town Talk: A conversation with Delegate Chris Collins
Town Talk is a series on Royal Examiner where we will introduce you to local entrepreneurs, businesses, non-profit leaders and political figures who influence Warren County. Topics will be varied but hopefully interesting. If you have an idea, topic, or want to hear from someone in our community, let us know. Send your request to news@RoyalExaminer.com
In this Town Talk, we’ll have a conversation with Delegate Chris Collins. We’ll discuss some of the new laws signed by Governor Northam including voter ID, women’s health and gun control.
Before becoming a delegate for the 29th District, Chris had several different careers. He served in the Army National Guard from 1989-2005, was a respiratory therapist at the UVA Medical Center Critical Care Unit, a trust officer with F&M Bank in Winchester, a Deputy of Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, and an attorney at Inger and Collins. Currently, he is a defense attorney with Buchbauer and McGuire in Winchester. In the House of Delegates, Chris serves on several committees including Courts of Justice, Education, and Transportation.
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