Across the U.S., state legislators have plenty of opinions on what to do when it comes to betting on college sports. Virginia Delegate Garrett McGuire hopes he’s found a way to ensure that it directly benefits the very in-state teams that people are wagering on. McGuire is the chief patron
Virginia voters gave Democrats another special election win on Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ, adding to a string of recent victories for the party in the Old Dominion. Democrat Garrett McGuire will replace state Del. Mark Sickles (D), who has been tapped to be Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s secretary of finance, in the 17th House
Victory keeps Fairfax-based seat in Democratic hands after former Del. Mark Sickles joins Spanberger administration. Democrat Garrett McGuire on Tuesday defeated Republican Christopher Cardiff in a special election to represent Virginia House of Delegates District 17, filling the vacancy left by longtime Democratic lawmaker Mark Sickles, who has joined Gov.
The Democratic Party’s nominee for a deep-blue House of Delegates seat in southeast Fairfax County was determined yesterday (Sunday) by a mere 54 votes. Ultimately, it was United Community Board of Directors chair Garrett McGuire who claimed victory in Sunday’s firehouse primary, narrowly besting veteran teacher Joy McManus in the race to succeed Mark Sickles
The Fairfax County Democratic Committee announced Sunday that the winner of Virginia’s firehouse primary for the House District 17 seat is Garrett McGuire. A total of 2,356 votes were tallied in the race to fill the Fairfax County seat. Garrett McGuire clinched the race with 801 votes. In a social media
This story was updated after the firehouse primary held Sunday, Dec. 28. Democrats chose Garrett McGuire Sunday, Dec. 28 in a firehouse primary as their nominee for the Virginia House District 17 seat. A longtime public policy professional, he was endorsed by Mark Sickles, who previously held the seat since
In the House, Garrett serves on the Health and Human Services Committee, the Communications, Technology, and Innovation Committee, and the Cities, Counties, and Towns Committee.
A dedicated public servant, Garrett is committed to improving the lives of Virginians through meaningful, results-driven legislation. He has been a leading voice for measures that reduce gun violence, drawing on personal experiences to emphasize the need for reform. He has also championed legislation that enhances community safety, protects seniors, and expands access to quality health care.
His career spans legislative, campaign, and advocacy roles at the local, state, and federal levels, including leading state government relations for a trade association representing a sector of American manufacturing.
Garrett is deeply engaged in his community, currently serving as Chair of the Board of Directors for United Community. His past leadership roles include Chair of the Fairfax–Falls Church Community Services Board, Vice Chairman of the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Vice Chair of the Fairfax 250 Commission, and board membership with Computer CORE, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, and the Mt. Vernon–Springfield Chamber of Commerce. He was recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree in Alexandria in 2020 and by Leadership Arlington in 2016.
Garrett holds both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Virginia Tech and lives in the Huntington area with his wife and two daughters.
Garrett supports legislation to make life more affordable, protect critical services for vulnerable residents, and fully fund public education so every family has the opportunity to succeed.
Garrett has spent his career working with families struggling to afford housing, childcare, and basic necessities. As a nonprofit leader, he’s seen how rising costs push working families out of Fairfax County. In Richmond, he is fighting to expand housing supply, lower everyday costs, and make sure Fairfax remains a place families can afford to call home.
Through his work at United Community and the Community Services Board, Garrett has worked directly with seniors, people with disabilities, and families relying on Medicaid, SNAP, and human services. As your Delegate, he is working to protect and strengthen the safety net families depend on.
Garrett knows strong public schools are the backbone of Fairfax County. He’s committed to fully funding K–12 education and protecting Virginia’s colleges and universities. Every student deserves a quality education and a fair shot at success.
As Chair of the Fairfax–Falls Church Community Services Board, Garrett helped guide mental health and disability services through COVID and a historic staffing shortage. He played a role in implementing the County’s co-responder model, pairing mental health professionals with first responders to better serve people in crisis. Garrett has seen firsthand what happens when systems are underfunded—and what’s possible when we invest. He supports legislation to expand access to care and support people when they need it most.
Garrett has worked closely with federal workers and contractors impacted by shutdowns, furloughs, and political dysfunction. As a nonprofit leader, he helped connect families to food assistance and emergency support during uncertain times. In Richmond, he is standing up for federal workers who keep our country running and our region strong.
House District 17 encompasses parts of Franconia, Hayfield, Huntington, Kingstowne, and Springfield, serving approximately 80,000 residents and hosting two libraries, a floating ER which is set to become a full-service INOVA hospital, nine elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, and many local parks.
