Bill Stanley

William M. Stanley Jr. is an American politician serving as a member of the Senate of Virginia, representing the 7th district since 2011. Born in Milton, Florida, he earned a B.S. from Hampden-Sydney College and a J.D. from the District of Columbia School of Law. Before his legislative career, he practiced law and was involved in high-profile litigation. Stanley is known for his conservative policy initiatives, including authoring 2023 legislation that mandates age verification for online pornography access. Beyond politics, he is a co-owner of a racing team that competes in the SMART Modified Tour.