A Proven Leader. A Dedicated Public Servant. A Fighter for Virginia’s Future.
Dan Helmer is a West Point graduate, an Army veteran who served in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea, and a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. He brings his commitment to service and leadership to Virginia’s House of Delegates, ensuring that the Commonwealth remains a stronghold of democracy. Dan runs a small business in Virginia and lives in Fairfax County with his wife, Karen, an educator in our public schools, and their two sons. His dedication to public service extends beyond the battlefield—he’s fighting every day to secure and expand the Democratic House majority and build a stronger, safer Virginia.
Putting Progress into Action
As Campaigns Chair, Dan is leading the charge to hold and expand the majority in the House of Delegates to protect Virginia from MAGA extremism. In 2023, his leadership was instrumental in flipping the Virginia House blue—ensuring progress on critical issues like protecting reproductive rights, strengthening public education, and expanding economic opportunities for all Virginians. Now, he’s working to secure and expand the Democratic majority to keep Virginia moving forward. Dan has built a reputation as an experienced leader who knows how to get things done in Richmond. His track record of delivering political impact, legislative progress, and constituent support speaks for itself.
“Dan has a proven record as one of the most effective legislators in Richmond..”
– Virginia House Speaker Don Scott
(The Washington Post, Antonio Olivo, November 15, 2023)
Legislative Accomplishments
Secured Voting Access
- Making it easier for voters to participate in primaries
- Ensuring fair and inclusive candidate selection
- Protecting voting access for military, disabled, and homebound voters
Strengthened Virginia’s Schools
- Updating Virginia’s Standards of Learning tests to align with current curricula while minimizing disruption to classroom learning
Championed Abortion Rights
- Fighting to secure abortion and reproductive rights in Virginia’s Constitution, preventing penalties for individuals exercising reproductive freedom
- Working to protect the right to obtain and use contraception
Supported 100% Clean Energy
- Bolstering environmentally responsible construction and renovation of public buildings
- Laying the foundation for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, reducing reliance on harmful fossil fuels
Fought to Keep Kids Safe from Guns
- Opposing assault weapons frequently used in mass shootings, including school shootings
- Recommending holding gun manufacturers accountable for their products’ safety standards and ensuring that concealed carry permits are issued only to those who meet rigorous safety standards
Helped Disabled Veterans
- Exempting qualified disabled veterans and their spouses from local personal property taxes on one motor vehicle
Endorsements
Dan has earned the trust, support, and endorsements of leaders across Virginia.
A Campaign Powered by People, Not Corporations
Helmer for Virginia doesn’t take a dime of corporate money. The campaign is built on grassroots support from Virginians who believe in protecting democracy, defending fundamental rights, and ensuring a brighter future for the Commonwealth.
Join Dan in the fight to keep Virginia strong.
