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VA HB790
VA HB790Hotel policies; denial of guests residing within certain distance prohibited in certain instances.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
Crossed Over
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Passed
03/14/2026
03/14/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Hotel policies; denial of guests residing within certain distance prohibited in certain instances. Prohibits a hotel from enforcing a policy denying the ability of a guest to stay at such hotel solely on the grounds that such guest's primary residence is located within a certain distance of such hotel if such guest is seeking to stay for his health or safety.
AI Summary
This bill, amending the Code of Virginia, prohibits hotels from denying a guest a room solely because their primary residence is located within a certain distance of the hotel, provided the guest is seeking lodging for their health or safety. This means a hotel cannot turn someone away just because they live nearby if they need a place to stay for reasons of well-being. However, the bill clarifies that hotels can still have policies to protect the health and safety of guests and employees, or for other valid business reasons, as long as these policies comply with the Virginia Human Rights Act, which is a state law designed to prevent discrimination.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Signed by President (on 03/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB790 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB790/text/HB790ER |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB790) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1184939.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB790/text/HB790 |
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