Local civic profile
James A. (Jay) Leftwich, Jr.
Virginia House of Delegates — District 90
Currently servingBackground and local role
Jay Leftwich represents part of Chesapeake in Virginia’s House District 90 and has served in the House since 2014. He is an attorney, with degrees from James Madison University and the University of Richmond School of Law. His civic experience includes former leadership of the Chesapeake Bar Association, a Ruritan club and the Jaycees, as well as past service with Chesapeake Care and the American Cancer Society.
Leftwich serves on Courts of Justice and Privileges and Elections, including their civil and voting rights subcommittees. Residents following changes to civil law or election rules can use those committee records to understand the proposals under consideration. His official House page provides public office contacts and legislative links. When requesting a response, identify the bill and explain the practical question you want answered. Check the state’s address lookup because District 90 covers only part of Chesapeake.
Sources and official resources
- Virginia House of Delegates — current member directory
- James A. (Jay) Leftwich, Jr. — official biography, committees and office contacts
- Virginia General Assembly — find your legislator by address
Profile reviewed November 4, 2026.