Delegate Chris Obenshain, a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, shared a series of posts on social media in early October 2025 highlighting recent endorsements, legislative actions, and advocacy efforts.
On October 8, 2025, Obenshain announced an endorsement from a key business group, stating, “Honored to have the endorsement of the Virginia Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business. They represent the lifeblood of our local economy – small business. I look forward to continuing our work to grow small business, create new jobs, and make the American”.
Later that day, Obenshain emphasized his focus on family and education initiatives, writing on October 8, 2025, “Chris Obenshain is a dad of three and is committed to strengthening our families and improving education in Virginia. That’s why he voted to provide record funding for our schools, to provide a $400 tax rebate to working parents, and is fighting to expand the childcare tax”.
On October 9, 2025, Obenshain marked PANS/PANDAS Awareness Day by referencing his legislative work: “Today, October 9, is PANS/PANDAS awareness day. Last year I cosponsored bipartisan legislation to ensure greater access to medical treatment for this often misunderstood condition. That bill is now the law in Virginia. Lots of Va. kids struggle w/ PANS & PANDAS but often go”.
PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are conditions that affect children and can result in sudden onset of neuropsychiatric symptoms. In recent years, several states have considered or passed legislation to improve access to treatment for affected children. Obenshain’s reference to bipartisan support reflects a broader trend of cross-party collaboration on health issues affecting children.
Obenshain’s public statements underscore his ongoing engagement with small business advocacy groups and his legislative priorities in education funding and healthcare access for children.
