Michael Webert
2024 - Present
2026
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Michael Webert (Republican Party) is a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 61. He assumed office on January 10, 2024. His current term ends on January 14, 2026.
Webert (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 61. He won in the general election on November 7, 2023.
Biography
Webert's professional experience includes working as the owner of Black Locust Livestock Marketing & Consulting and as the general manager of Locust Hill Farm. He earned his bachelor's from George Mason University.
Committee assignments
2023-2024
Webert was assigned to the following committees:
- Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources Committee
- Public Safety Committee
- House Rules Committee
2020-2021
Webert was assigned to the following committees:
- Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources Committee
- Communications, Technology and Innovation Committee
- Labor and Commerce Committee
2019-2020
Webert was assigned to the following committees:
2016 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2016 legislative session, Webert served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2016 |
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| • Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources |
| • Counties, Cities and Towns |
| • Militia, Police and Public Safety |
2015 legislative session
In the 2015 legislative session, Webert served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources |
| • Counties, Cities and Towns |
| • Militia, Police and Public Safety |
2014 legislative session
In the 2014 legislative session, Webert served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2014 |
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| • Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources |
| • Counties, Cities and Towns |
| • Militia, Police and Public Safety |
2012-2013
In the 2012-2013 legislative session, Webert served on the following committees:
| Virginia committee assignments, 2012 |
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| • Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources |
| • Militia, Police and Public Safety |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2023
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2023
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 61
Incumbent Michael Webert defeated Larry Jackson in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 61 on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Michael Webert (R) | 65.2 | 20,612 | |
 | Larry Jackson (D) | 34.7 | 10,952 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 33 | ||
| Total votes: 31,597 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Larry Jackson advanced from the Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 61.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Michael Webert advanced from the Republican primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 61.
Endorsements
2021
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2021
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 18
Incumbent Michael Webert defeated Douglas Ward in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 18 on November 2, 2021.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Michael Webert (R) | 65.9 | 25,737 | |
| Douglas Ward (D) | 33.9 | 13,249 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 57 | ||
| Total votes: 39,043 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Douglas Ward advanced from the Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 18.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Michael Webert advanced from the Republican primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 18.
Campaign finance
2019
See also: Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2019
General election
General election for Virginia House of Delegates District 18
Incumbent Michael Webert defeated Laura Galante in the general election for Virginia House of Delegates District 18 on November 5, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Michael Webert (R) | 60.3 | 16,648 | |
| Laura Galante (D) | 38.9 | 10,727 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.8 | 229 | ||
| Total votes: 27,604 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 18
Laura Galante defeated Tristan Shields in the Democratic primary for Virginia House of Delegates District 18 on June 11, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Laura Galante | 70.1 | 1,708 |
| Tristan Shields | 29.9 | 729 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.0 | 1 | ||
| Total votes: 2,438 | ||||
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2017
General election
Elections for the Virginia House of Delegates took place in 2017. All 100 house seats were up for election. The general election took place on November 7, 2017. A primary election took place on June 13, 2017. The filing deadline for primary election candidates was March 30, 2017. The filing deadline for non-party candidates and candidates nominated by methods other than a primary was June 13, 2017.[1] Incumbent Michael Webert (R) defeated Tristan Shields (D) and Wilton King (Green) in the Virginia House of Delegates District 18 general election.[2]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 General Election, 2017 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Michael Webert Incumbent |
60.45% | 16,686 | |
| Democratic | Tristan Shields | 34.36% | 9,486 | |
| Green | Wilton King | 5.19% | 1,433 | |
| Total Votes | 27,605 | |||
| Source: Virginia Department of Elections | ||||
Democratic primary election
Tristan Shields ran unopposed in the Virginia House of Delegates District 18 Democratic primary.[3]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 Democratic Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
| Tristan Shields | ||
Republican primary election
Incumbent Michael Webert ran unopposed in the Virginia House of Delegates District 18 Republican primary.[4]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 Republican Primary, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | ||
| Michael Webert Incumbent | ||
2015
Elections for the Virginia House of Delegates took place in 2015. A primary election was held on June 9, 2015. The general election took place on November 3, 2015. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 26, 2015.[5] Incumbent Michael Webert was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.[6][7]
2013
Webert won re-election in the 2013 election for Virginia House of Delegates District 18. Webert ran unopposed in the June 11th Republican Primary. He defeated Colin Harris (D) in the general election on November 5, 2013.[8]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 General Election, 2013 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Michael Webert Incumbent |
63.3% | 15,549 | |
| Democratic | Colin Harris | 36.5% | 8,979 | |
| Other | Write-in | 0.2% | 50 | |
| Total Votes | 24,578 | |||
2011
On November 8, 2011, Webert won election to District 18 of the Virginia House of Delegates. He defeated Kevin Kelly in the August 23 primary and Bob Zwick in the November 8 general election.[9]
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 General Election, 2011 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Michael Webert |
69.6% | 9,749 | |
| Democratic | Bob Zwick | 30.4% | 4,264 | |
| Total Votes | 14,013 | |||
| Virginia House of Delegates, District 18 Republican Primary, 2011 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
| Michael Webert |
56.4% | 2,007 |
| Kevin Kelly | 43.6% | 1,552 |
| Total Votes | 3,559 | |
Campaign themes
2023
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2021
Michael Webert did not complete Ballotpedia's 2021 Candidate Connection survey.
2019
Michael Webert did not complete Ballotpedia's 2019 Candidate Connection survey.
2011
Webert's website highlighted the following campaign themes:
- Empower small business
Excerpt: "Entrepreneurs and small businesses are the backbone of our economy -- they create the jobs that improve our standards of living and expand opportunities to all residents. Michael Webert's goal is to help make Virginia the most small business friendly state in the nation -- including favorable incentives, tax breaks, and assistance."
- Preserve our heritage and rural character
Excerpt: "Michael Webert is committed to preserving Virginia's heritage for future generations, and embracing progress in ways that preserve the very best in our district -- that includes rural landscapes and historic small towns. Michael Webert believes that celebrating Virginia's magnificent history is very much a part of a better future."
- Lower taxes and less regulations
Excerpt: "Like Presidents Reagan and Kennedy, Michael Webert believes that we can strengthen our economy by reducing the role of bureaucracy and empowering citizens. Michael Webert believes that reducing tax burdens and eliminating unnecessary bureaucratic regulations is a critical and swift means of improving our economy, creating jobs, and restoring the "rising tide" that improves the prosperity of all citizens."
- Support and promote agriculture and agribusiness
Excerpt: "As a regionally acclaimed and award winning leader in farm and ranch management, Michael Webert genuinely understands the challenges faced by our farmers and ranchers, and the means by which government can address these challenges. Michael Webert is uniquely qualified and entirely committed to strengthening agriculture and agribusiness in the 18th District."
- Improved accountability and transparency in government
Excerpt: "Michael Webert's goal is to help make the government of Virginia the most transparent and accountable in the nation. The result of transparency in government is always the more efficient allocation of tax dollars and improved services to citizens."
- Defend our 2nd amendment rights
Excerpt: "Michael Webert is entirely committed to preserving and protecting our constitutional rights and opposing the initiatives of those who would replace individual freedoms with government regulations. This includes our very important 2nd Amendment rights that empower each of us to defend our homes and families, and in so doing deter crimes and improve safety."
Campaign finance summary
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2023
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In 2023, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 11 to February 25.
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2022
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In 2022, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 12 to March 12.
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2021
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In 2021, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 13 to February 8.
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2020
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In 2020, the Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 8 to March 12. A special session was held from August 18 to November 9.
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2019
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In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 through February 24.
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2018
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In 2018, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 10 through March 10. Special sessions were held from April 11 to May 30 and from August 30 to October 30.
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2017
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In 2017, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 11 through February 25.
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2016
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In 2016, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 13 through March 11.
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2015
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In 2015, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 14 to February 28, 2015.
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2014
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In 2014, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 8 through March 10.
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2013
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In 2013, the Virginia General Assembly was in session from January 9 to February 25.
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2012
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In 2012, the Virginia General Assembly was in regular session from January 11 to March 10.
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Endorsements
2011
In 2011, Webert’s endorsements included the following:
Personal
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Webert has a wife, Rebecca.
See also
2023 Elections
External links
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Candidate Virginia House of Delegates District 61 |
Officeholder Virginia House of Delegates District 61 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "Candidacy Requirements for the November 7, 2017 General Election," accessed March 21, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 November General Unofficial Results," accessed November 7, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 June Democratic Primary," accessed July 6, 2017
- ↑ Virginia Department of Elections, "2017 June Republican Primary," accessed July 6, 2017
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "2015 November Election Calendar," accessed January 2, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "2015 Primary election results," accessed September 1, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, "2015 General election candidates," accessed September 1, 2015
- ↑ Virginia Board of Elections, “Official Results - 2013 General Election," accessed December 2, 2013
- ↑ Virginia State Board of Elections, "November 2011 General Election Official Results," accessed May 15, 2014
- ↑ Michael Webert Delegate, "National Federation of Independent Business Endorses Michael Webert!" September 28, 2011
- ↑ Michael Webert Delegate, "Virginia Farm Bureau Federation AgPAC Endorses Michael Webert for House Seat," October 8, 2011
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by Tommy Wright (R) |
Virginia House of Delegates District 61 2024-Present |
Succeeded by - |
| Preceded by - |
Virginia House of Delegates District 18 2012-2024 |
Succeeded by Kathy Tran (D) |
