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VA HB1523

VA HB1523
Certified violence prevention professional; requirements for certification.


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Introduced
01/26/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/13/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Regular Session

Bill Summary

Certified violence prevention professional; certification. Establishes requirements for use of the title "certified violence prevention professional" and directs the Board of Health to promulgate regulations setting forth (i) requirements for use of the title; (ii) education and training programs necessary to meet requirements for certification; (iii) qualifications for training entities; (iv) limitations on the number of approved training entities; and (v) other regulations as deemed necessary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes requirements for using the title "certified violence prevention professional," meaning an individual who has undergone approved training and education and is certified by a board-approved entity. It also mandates that any organization offering training for these professionals must have its curriculum and programs approved by a board-approved body. The Board of Health is directed to create regulations detailing the criteria for using this title, the necessary education and training for certification, qualifications for training providers, and any limits on the number of approved training entities, among other provisions deemed necessary to implement the law.

Committee Categories

Education, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned Education sub: Health Professions (on 02/27/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1523
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1523) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1148775.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1523/text/HB1523E
Health and Human Services Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1523/text/HB1523AHC1
Health and Human Services Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1523/text/HB1523AH1
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1523) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1133584.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1523/text/HB1523
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