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VA HB942

VA HB942
Custody and visitation of a child; possession or consumption of authorized substances.

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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
03/02/2026
Crossed Over
03/06/2026
Passed
03/13/2026
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Regular Session

Bill Summary

Custody and visitation; possession or consumption of authorized substances. Provides that no person shall be denied custody or visitation of a child, based only on the fact that the child's parent or other person responsible for his care, or the person petitioning for custody or visitation of the child, possessed or consumed legally authorized substances. The bill directs the Board of Social Services to amend its regulations, guidance documents, and other instructional materials to ensure that such regulations, documents, and materials comply with, and that investigations and family assessments are conducted by local departments of social services in accordance with, the provisions of the bill.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that a child will not be considered abused or neglected, and a parent or guardian will not lose custody or visitation rights, solely because they possess or consume legally authorized substances. This applies to parents, other caregivers, or individuals seeking custody or visitation. The bill also mandates that the Board of Social Services update its regulations and guidance to align with this provision, ensuring that investigations and family assessments by local social services departments follow these new guidelines.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026 (on 03/14/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942ER
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB942) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1210088.PDF
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB942) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1194877.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942S1
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB942) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1168667.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942E
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB942) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1135404.PDF
Courts of Justice Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942AH1
Courts of Justice Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942AHC1
Civil Subcommittee Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942AHC2
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB942/text/HB942
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