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VA SB434
VA SB434Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund; board of directors, etc.
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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 Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund; board of directors; plan of operation; filing of claims; awards and coverage for expenses or services. Makes numerous changes to the Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund. The bill alters the composition of the Program's board of directors to include three relatives of current or former beneficiaries, allows for the electronic submission of claims, and expands discovery of parties to a claim. The bill further requires the Program's board of directors to establish a blanket surety bonding program for all employees with access to the Fund and requires the board to meet at least once monthly. Finally, the bill increases from $100,000 to $500,000 the amount that may be awarded to families whose infant has sustained a birth-related neurological injury.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to the Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund, which provides compensation for infants who suffer birth-related neurological injuries. Key provisions include expanding the board of directors to include three relatives of current or former beneficiaries, allowing for electronic filing of claims, and broadening the discovery process for parties involved in a claim. The bill also mandates the establishment of a blanket surety bonding program for employees handling the Fund's money and requires the board to meet at least monthly. Furthermore, it significantly increases the maximum award for families whose infant has sustained such an injury, from $100,000 to $500,000.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB398-Perry) (15-Y 0-N) (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB434 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1108703.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1108695.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1107819.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1107626.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB434/text/SB434 |
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