Delores R. Oates is a Republican delegate representing District 31 in the Virginia House of Delegates, covering parts of Clarke, Frederick, and Warren Counties. A lifelong resident of Front Royal in the Shenandoah Valley, she was born there, attended Warren County High School, and lives with her husband, Rob A. Oates, and has three children: Jason, Robert III, and Riley. She is an active community member, mentoring teen mothers through Young Lives , volunteering in churches, youth athletics, and civic groups, and was named Parent Volunteer of the Year at Skyline High School. Oates is proudly pro-life, advocating to repeal third-trimester abortion legislation, defund Planned Parenthood, and promote a culture of life. Her occupation is Vice President of Sales/Delivery, and she is Evangelical Christian.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: A.A.S. in General Studies from Lord Fairfax Community College ; B.A. in Government from Regent University .
• Political Experience: Served on the Warren County Board of Supervisors ; elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2024, currently serving on the Counties, Cities and Towns and Public Safety Committees.