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Introduced
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/13/2026
03/13/2026
Passed
03/13/2026
03/13/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Commending the Virginia Young Democrats Disability Caucus.
AI Summary
This resolution commends the Virginia Young Democrats Disability Caucus for its significant efforts in promoting disability rights and empowering young people with disabilities across the Commonwealth of Virginia. The caucus, a youth-led organization with over 100 members, is recognized for its mission to advocate for disability rights, raise awareness, and amplify the voices of disabled Virginians. The resolution highlights the caucus's successful initiatives, including hosting lobby days in Washington, D.C., and Richmond where disabled citizens met with policymakers to advocate for supportive legislation. It specifically acknowledges their advocacy for two bills during the 2026 General Assembly session: HB 671, which prohibits jury discrimination based on disability and allows for exemptions, and HB 1404, which enables local governments to appoint non-voting youth representatives to increase youth civic participation. Furthermore, the resolution commends the caucus for organizing canvas launches to mobilize young disabled voters for Democratic candidates who support disability rights. The House of Delegates will present a copy of this resolution to the caucus as a token of admiration for their work.
Sponsors (51)
Michelle Lopes-Maldonado (D)*,
Kimberly Adams (D),
Jessica Anderson (D),
Bonita Anthony (D),
Alex Askew (D),
Katrina Callsen (D),
Kacey Carnegie (D),
Betsy Carr (D),
Laura Jane Cohen (D),
Nicole Cole (D),
Kelly Convirs-Fowler (D),
Rae Cousins (D),
Karrie Delaney (D),
Lindsey Dougherty (D),
Michael Feggans (D),
Lily Franklin (D),
Margaret Franklin (D),
Jackie Glass (D),
Elizabeth Guzmán (D),
Dan Helmer (D),
Phil Hernandez (D),
Charniele Herring (D),
Patrick Hope (D),
Karen Keys-Gamarra (D),
Paul Krizek (D),
Amy Laufer (D),
Destiny LeVere Bolling (D),
Alfonso Lopez (D),
Fernando Martinez (D),
Adele McClure (D),
Garrett McGuire (D),
Kirk McPike (D),
Delores McQuinn (D),
Leslie Chambers Mehta (D),
Marcia Price (D),
Sam Rasoul (D),
Atoosa Reaser (D),
David Reid (D),
Charlie Schmidt (D),
Don Scott (D),
Holly Seibold (D),
Briana Sewell (D),
Irene Shin (D),
Shelly Simonds (D),
Richard Sullivan (D),
Josh Thomas (D),
Virgil Thornton (D),
Luke Torian (D),
Kathy Tran (D),
Jeion Ward (D),
Vivian Watts (D),
Last Action
Agreed to by House by voice vote (on 03/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR425 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR425/text/HR425 |
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