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Although all states have the same powers, the laws may be very different
from state to state. This is sometimes very confusing to internationals
who come to this area from countries with much more centralized federal
governments. Virginia State Facts• State Governor - Tim Kaine Virginia sends 11 members to the U.S. House of Representatives and 2 to the U.S. Senate. Virginia General Assembly
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the federal government, the state governments in the United States are
chosen by the people. The United States Constitution reserves some powers
for the states. For example, states establish schools, license professionals,
conduct elections, set up local governments and regulate trade within
the state. Drivers in Virginia are licensed by the state Department
of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and all vehicles owned by Virginians must be
registered at the DMV. Most roads are maintained by the Virginia Department
of Transportation (VDOT). Health rules and regulations are also established
by the state. 
