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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Virginia Human Rights Act; unlawful discrimination. Prohibits any state agency or political subdivision in the Commonwealth from supporting, implementing, recognizing, or utilizing any program, process, or procedure that conveys or denies a benefit, advantage, or privilege to an individual based solely on such individual's race, sex, or ethnicity.
AI Summary
This bill, by adding a new section to the Virginia Human Rights Act, makes it illegal for any state agency or political subdivision (like counties, cities, or towns) in Virginia to support, carry out, acknowledge, or use any program, process, or procedure that gives or takes away a benefit, advantage, or privilege from someone based only on their race, sex, or ethnicity. This means that government entities in Virginia cannot discriminate in these ways.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left in Committee General Laws (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB988 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB988) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1138303.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB988/text/HB988 |
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