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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Board of Health; Stillbirth Support Grant Program established. Establishes the Stillbirth Support Grant Program to provide grants to individuals who deliver a stillborn child, as defined in the bill, to assist with out-of-pocket expenses associated with such delivery. The bill authorizes the Board of Health to administer the Program and establish procedures and issue guidelines for administration of the Program as it deems appropriate. An application for such grant must be submitted within one year of delivery of a stillborn child.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Stillbirth Support Grant Program, which will provide grants of $1,500 to individuals who deliver a stillborn child. A "stillborn child" is defined as a child who died unintentionally in the womb after 20 weeks of pregnancy, for whom a specific birth certificate has been issued, and whose death was not due to an induced abortion. To receive a grant, individuals must apply to the Board of Health within one year of the stillbirth and provide a Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth. The Board of Health will administer the program, establish application procedures, and create guidelines for awarding grants, including how to prioritize applications if there isn't enough money to fund every eligible request.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Stricken at request of Patron in Education and Health (14-Y 0-N) (on 01/22/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB188 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB188/text/SB188 |
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