Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell’s political action committee, Opportunity Virginia, hauled in more than $500,000 in the first quarter and had $1.91 million in cash as of March 31, a hefty war chest as lawmakers gear up for the 2011 elections that will (in theory) take place this November.

“The strong financial position of the governor’s PAC will allow him to support candidates for the General Assembly this November who support his agenda and share his goal of bringing new jobs and greater opportunity to every region of the commonwealth,” said senior political advisor Phil Cox.