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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Passed
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/13/2026
04/13/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Sickle Cell Coordinated Access Network established. Directs the State Health Commissioner, in coordination with the Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems Authority, to establish and maintain the Sickle Cell Coordinated Access Network to provide health care providers in the Commonwealth with real-time consultation and support from sickle cell specialists. The bill has a delayed effective date of July 1, 2027. This bill is identical to HB 1391.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Sickle Cell Coordinated Access Network, which will be managed by the State Health Commissioner in partnership with the Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems Authority, to offer real-time expert advice and support from sickle cell specialists to healthcare providers across the state. The Network aims to ensure these specialists are available for telehealth consultations, providing guidance on pain management, treatment plans, and care coordination for patients with sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease. The bill also mandates that the Commissioner, along with other relevant parties, develop recommendations for the Network's establishment and operation, including how to ensure extended telehealth coverage, and report these recommendations by December 1, 2026, with the Network itself set to become effective on July 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
Louise Lucas (D)*,
Tammy Brankley Mulchi (R),
Luther Cifers (R),
J.D. Diggs (R),
Tara Durant (R),
Ryan McDougle (R),
Christie New Craig (R),
Mark Peake (R),
Todd Pillion (R),
Glen Sturtevant (R),
David Suetterlein (R),
Last Action
Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0839) (on 04/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/CHAP0839 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB813) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1194417.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/SB813ER |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB813) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1149178.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/SB813S2 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/SB813S1 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/SB813SC1 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB813) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1107770.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB813/text/SB813 |
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