Our work is far from finished, and I remain committed to continuing our efforts." Related: Family of Breonna Taylor stands with Gov. Northam as he signs law banning no-knock warrant Northam formally signed Senate Bill 5038, sponsored by Sen. Jeremy McPike, and House Bill 5043, sponsored by Del. Jeffrey Bourne, on November 5. This year, Virginia passed sweeping new laws to advance police and criminal justice reform, including reducing the militarization of local policing, strengthening law enforcement training and the decertification process, and limiting the use of neck restraints. More information on these measures can be found here.