834 bills
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Congressional disapproval of the Banks Merger Act rule
A 2024 rule eliminated expedited review for bank mergers and required detailed evaluations of how proposed mergers would affect market competition, financial system stability, and the needs of local communities. It aimed to enhance transparency and ensure mergers served the public interest. This joint resolution would overturn this rule and reinstate the previous, less stringent review process.
US Congress 25 May 2025Jun 20, 2025 - View scoreSJRES138 · US · 119
A Joint Resolution Disapproving Proposed Foreign Military Sale to Israel
This resolution would prohibit the U.S. government from completing a specific proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel. The sale in question consists of 12,000 BLU-110A/B general purpose bomb bodies, each weighing 1,000 pounds, as well as related non-major defense equipment. This includes U.S. government and contractor engineering, logistics, and technical support services, along with other related elements of logistics and program support. If enacted, this resolution would block the delivery of these defense articles and services to Israel.
A Joint Resolution Disapproving Proposed Foreign Military Sale to Israel (SJRes 138)Apr 15, 2026 - View scoreSJRES185 · US · 119
A Joint Resolution to Direct the Removal of U.S. Armed Forces from Hostilities in Iran
This resolution would require U.S. forces to stop taking part in fighting in or against Iran unless Congress clearly approves it. It aims to reduce the risk of a wider war and put decisions about major military action back in Congress’s hands. The bill still allows the U.S. to defend itself, protect troops and facilities, share intelligence, and help allies block attacks from Iran or groups it supports.
A Joint Resolution to Direct the Removal of U.S. Armed Forces from Hostilities in Iran (SJRes 185)Jun 24, 2026 - View scoreSJRES196 · US · 119
A Joint Resolution Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Department of Education Rule
This joint resolution would block recent Department of Education regulations on federal student loans, preventing the changes from taking effect. If enacted, it would keep the Graduate and Professional Student Loan (PLUS) program unchanged, allowing graduate and professional students to continue borrowing up to the full cost of attendance. There would be no new borrowing limits for graduate students and parents, maintaining current rules. Existing Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR) plans would remain, rather than being replaced, and current loan rehabilitation policies would continue, so borrowers would not get another chance to rehabilitate defaulted loans.
A Joint Resolution Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Department of Education Rule (SJRes 196)Jun 24, 2026 - View scoreSJRES198 · US · 119
A Joint Resolution for Congressional Disapproval of a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Rule
This joint resolution seeks to overturn a new rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that would introduce prior authorization requirements for certain medical services under the WISeR (Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction) model. Under the CMS rule, providers would need to obtain approval from Medicare before delivering select services, with the goal of reducing unnecessary or inappropriate treatments. If this resolution is enacted, it would prevent the rule from taking effect, so Medicare patients and providers would not face the added step of prior authorization for these particular services.
A Joint Resolution for Congressional Disapproval of a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Rule (SJRes 198)Jul 16, 2026 - View scoreSJRES31 · US · 119
Congressional disapproval of the EPA rule on reclassification of sources under the Clean Air Act
This resolution has the effect of reclassifying major pollution sources as minor under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act. This change would lead to increased emissions by major industries. Congress’s disapproval ensures that these sources will not continue to adhere to stricter emission limits.
US Congress 25 May 2025Jun 20, 2025 - View scoreSJRES37 · US · 119
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada
This bill aims to terminate the national emergency that enabled the President to impose additional duties on goods imported from Canada. By ending this emergency, the legislation seeks to revert tariffs on Canadian imports back to regular levels, promoting fair trade practices and supporting international economic relations between the United States and Canada.
US Congress 13 Apr 2025Apr 3, 2025 - View scoreSJRES53 · US · 119
Disapproval of arms sales to Qatar
The bill seeks to block the proposed sale of defense articles and services to Qatar. It includes stopping the transfer of items like remotely piloted aircraft and precision bombs. Introducers of the joint resolution believe this sale could affect regional security and U.S. interests. The bill reflects concerns regarding the impact of U.S. military sales in the Middle East and their alignment with American foreign policy goals.
Iran War Powers Resolution & Other Items - US Congress 22 June 2025Jun 11, 2025 - View scoreSJRES77 · US · 119
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on imports from Canada
The bill seeks to end the national emergency status that imposed additional duties on goods imported from Canada. This action is intended to restore normal trade relations and eliminate extra tariffs, which could benefit consumers by reducing prices on Canadian imports. It promotes positive economic ties and cooperation with Canada, strengthening international relations with a key trading partner.
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on imports from Canada (S.J.Res 77)Oct 31, 2025 - View scoreSJRES83 · US · 119
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities
This bill proposes the withdrawal of U.S. troops from conflicts that haven't been cleared by Congress. The aim is to ensure any military action is specifically authorized, putting the power of war declarations back in legislative hands. Citizens may see fewer unauthorized military engagements, leading to heightened focus on lawfulness in defense operations, potentially reducing overseas deployments.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities (S.J.Res 83)Oct 8, 2025 - View scoreSJRES84 · US · 119
A joint resolution for congressional disapproval of CMS rule on ACA Marketplace Integrity
This resolution would stop a new CMS rule for Affordable Care Act marketplaces. If it passes, the rule is canceled and current rules stay in place for enrollment, subsidies, and oversight. Planned changes to tighten integrity checks, reduce fraud, or adjust affordability would not happen. Consumers, insurers, and brokers would keep using the existing system without new requirements on HealthCare.gov or state exchanges.
A joint resolution for congressional disapproval of CMS rule on ACA Marketplace Integrity (SJRes 84)Jan 13, 2026 - View scoreSJRES88 · US · 119
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose tariffs
This bill cancels the national emergency which allowed the President to impose global tariffs. Its passage would end extra taxes on imported goods, potentially reducing prices for consumers and making it easier for foreign companies to do business in the U.S. This change aims to benefit the economy and improve international trade relations by removing restrictions that were affecting global commerce.
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose tariffs (S.J.Res 88)Oct 31, 2025 - View scoreSJRES98 · US · 119
A joint resolution to direct removal of US Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in Venezuela
This bill orders the President to remove U.S. troops from fighting in or against Venezuela unless Congress clearly approves it. It restates that Congress decides on war. U.S. forces can still act in true self-defense if an attack is imminent. Impact: lowers the chance of an unauthorized war, reduces risks to troops and costs to taxpayers, and presses leaders to debate and use diplomacy before using force.
A joint resolution to direct removal of US Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in Venezuela (S.J.Res 98)Jan 14, 2026 - View scoreHB104 · UT · 2026
State Holiday Amendments
This bill proposes to establish Election Day—the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November—as an official state holiday in Utah, beginning on May 6, 2026. On this day, most state government offices and courts would be closed, and many public employees, as well as potentially teachers and students in public schools, would have the day off. Private businesses would not be required to close, so they can choose whether to stay open or not. The intent is to make it easier for people to participate in voting and to serve as poll workers by removing work and school conflicts.
State Holiday Amendments (HB 104)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB136 · UT · 2026
Unlicensed Driver Amendments
This bill tightens Utah’s rules for unlicensed driving by requiring police to impound vehicles when drivers lack a license, permit, or driving privilege card and can’t be verified, with some exceptions. Officers may use fingerprinting to ID drivers, and agencies must have compatible equipment by 2028. Impound and testing fees rise to $600 and $60, repeat offenses become a class B misdemeanor, and owners who let unlicensed people drive face a $500 minimum fine. The bill also updates license checks, suspension rules, and requires fingerprinting technology to link with police and court databases.
Unlicensed Driver Amendments (HB 136)Mar 26, 2026 - View scoreHB160 · UT · 2026
Statewide Initiative Modifications
This bill sets the signature requirements for one type of citizen initiative (indirect initiative) to the same threshold as the more commonly used type (direct initiative). The threshold would be 8% of statewide active voters and 8% in at least 26 of 29 state senate districts. An indirect initiative is sent to the legislature for a vote if the signature threshold is met, and if the legislature does not pass it, then the initiative becomes a direct one that will be on the next general election ballot for voters to decide.
Statewide Initiative Modifications (HB 160)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB175 · UT · 2026
Public Funds and Political Activities Amendments
This bill prevents companies and groups from getting Utah contracts or state grants if they campaign for candidates or ballot issues, engage in more than minimal lobbying, or primarily exist to advocate for new laws. Current and prospective contractors and grantees may not give political donations during the deal or grant period. Violators lose funds and contracts, can be barred from future deals, and must repay grants. Agencies must report repayments. Personal speech, nonpartisan voter education, and personal political donations or contributions are allowed.
Public Funds and Political Activities Amendments (HB 175)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB209 · UT · 2026
Voting Amendments
This bill creates a two-track voting system, that would start in November 2026. When registering or voting, individuals can choose to show proof of U.S. citizenship. Those who do not will only be able to vote in federal races, while those who provide proof can vote in all races. Election officials must check records for possible noncitizens, notify them, and remove them from the rolls if citizenship isn’t proven within 30 days. Voters can resolve issues or provide proof so their provisional ballots are counted before results are finalized. The bill also updates voter registration forms, ballots, and privacy rules.
Voting Amendments (HB 209)Mar 25, 2026 - View scoreHB223 · UT · 2026
Electronic Signature Collection Amendments
This bill would update Utah’s petition process by gradually requiring more signatures to be collected electronically using secure devices that scan official IDs. From 2028, at least 10% of petition signatures must be electronic, rising to 50% by 2030, and by 2032 all signatures must be collected electronically—ending manual collection. The lieutenant governor may suspend these requirements if the electronic system is not functioning properly. The bill also sets security standards for these devices and requires annual reports on the system’s performance through 2031. No new funding is included, and the bill would take effect May 6, 2026.
Electronic Signature Collection Amendments (HB 223)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB247 · UT · 2026
Great Salt Lake Funding Amendments
This bill sends all brine shrimp royalty money to the Sovereign Lands fund instead of the Species Protection fund. $125,000 will be spent as the Great Salt Lake Advisory Council directs, and the rest must help the lake by leasing water to raise levels or funding brine shrimp health projects. This shifts money from general species work to targeted Great Salt Lake needs, aiming to protect wildlife, jobs, and recreation tied to the lake. Takes effect July 1, 2026.
Great Salt Lake Funding Amendments (HB 247)Mar 25, 2026 - View scoreHB27 · UT · 2026
Signature Verification Revisions
Requires officials to post on the lieutenant governor’s website the name, precinct, and date for anyone who signs a candidate petition for 90 days, even if the voter’s record is private. Officials must email signers and explain how to remove a signature within three business days. Petition forms must include this notice. Candidates who gather signatures must submit them at least 21 days before party conventions. This boosts transparency but may raise privacy concerns.
Signature Verification Revisions (HB 27)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB286 · UT · 2026
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Amendments
This bill requires developers of frontier AI systems to publicly share detailed public safety and child protection plans explaining how they will identify and address major risks, before releasing new models. Developers must regularly publish summaries of their risk assessments and disclose risk management steps, including third-party evaluations. The bill prohibits false or misleading statements about AI risks, mandates prompt reporting of safety incidents to a new Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, and provides whistleblower protections for employees who report safety concerns. Penalties are established for companies that violate these requirements.
Artificial Intelligence Transparency Amendments (HB 286)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB32 · UT · 2026
Signature Gathering and Verification Amendments
This bill updates Utah’s citizen-driven petition collecting process by standardizing verification forms, requiring signature gatherers to complete online training, and mandating that county clerks notify signers by email and text if their signatures are verified. The bill allows petitions to use a QR code to link to the full text of a proposed law, updates the format of signature sheets, and removes the option to provide an email address. It also ensures sponsors cannot obscure voter information and requires county clerks to keep petition packets for at least 22 months, while reporting statistics, instead of sending every packet to the lieutenant governor.
Signature Gathering and Verification Amendments (HB 32)Mar 23, 2026 - View scoreHB392 · UT · 2026
District Court Amendments
This bill changes how major civil lawsuits against the State of Utah or its officials are handled. In any case challenging the constitutionality of a Utah law, the Attorney General is guaranteed the right to participate. When a state agency or official is sued, the Attorney General, Governor, or Legislature can require the case to be decided by a randomly selected panel of three district court judges from different regions, instead of a single judge. Usual venue rules do not apply, and any decisions by these panels are appealed directly to the Utah Supreme Court, skipping the regular appeals court.
District Court Amendments (HB 392)Feb 13, 2026 - View scoreHB479 · UT · 2026
Election Code Modifications
This bill would require most voters who receive a mailed ballot to return it in person at a polling place with valid voter ID. Exceptions are provided for voters who are overseas, in the military, or who have applied to return a ballot by mail for legal reasons. It also sets requirements for the number and hours of ballot drop boxes and requires that drop boxes be attended by at least two poll workers. The bill updates election forms and procedures, includes provisions for tracking ballots, and specifies what personal information must be redacted from political disclosure reports, with penalties for improper disclosure. Starting in 2029, mail ballots will only be sent to voters who request them.
Election Code Modifications (HB 479)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB60 · UT · 2026
Water Rights Amendments
This bill changes how Utah approves and challenges requests to use public water (called water rights). People, businesses, or organizations can object to a new water right application, but only for certain legal reasons—like if there isn’t enough water available, if it would harm someone else’s existing water right, or if the application isn’t clear. Broader concerns are handled by other agencies. The bill also updates rules for temporary water use, saved water, and says rights are lost after 7 years of nonuse. Only those directly affected can sue.
Water Rights Amendments (HB 60)Mar 23, 2026 - View scoreHB68 · UT · 2026
Housing and Community Development Amendments
This bill creates a Division of Housing and Community Development in the Governor’s Office to lead state housing policy and oversee homeless housing grants, with a governor-appointed deputy director. It requires cities and counties to submit stronger affordable housing and transit area plans, rewarding compliant areas with priority for transportation projects and penalizing noncompliance with fees and funding cuts. Developers using state funds must report project outcomes, increasing transparency and ensuring funds target affordable homes.
Housing and Community Development Amendments (HB 68)Mar 25, 2026 - View scoreHB88 · UT · 2026
Public Assistance Amendments
This bill requires Utah agencies to verify immigration status for all adults applying for state or local benefits—including immunizations and communicable disease testing. Those who cannot prove lawful status are denied these services. False claims face penalties. Public employees who skip checks can be charged, sued, or removed. Agencies must keep records, report denials, conduct audits, and state auditors may review compliance. The bill also ends an alternative CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) eligibility option two years earlier.
Public Assistance Amendments (HB 88)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreHB92 · UT · 2026
Presidential Electors Amendments
This bill changes how Utah awards presidential electoral votes. Instead of winner-take-all, one elector goes to the winner in each Congressional district, and two go to the statewide winner. Parties and unaffiliated candidates must pick district and statewide electors, name alternates, and notify the lieutenant governor of vacancies. It also sets uniform deadlines for listing presidential and vice-presidential candidates. Expect more local campaigning and possible split results.
Presidential Electors Amendments (HB 92)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreSB153 · UT · 2026
Election Amendments
This bill updates Utah’s election laws by changing the rules around voter registration privacy. After April 6, 2026, voter records that were previously private will become public unless voters apply for and are approved as at-risk. Election officials must notify affected voters so they can request continued privacy. The bill also lets voters choose whether to share their contact information with political parties, adds new requirements for keeping voter rolls accurate, increases penalties for misuse of voter data, requires warnings on petitions about potential disclosure of private information, and shifts responsibility for preparing voter materials on constitutional amendments to legislative staff.
Election Amendments (SB 153)Mar 18, 2026 - View scoreSB189 · UT · 2026
School District Funding Amendments
This bill creates a grant program to help fast-growing Utah school districts manage rising enrollment and reduce overcrowding. The State Board of Education will rank districts by their share of statewide growth and award portions of a $15 million fund. Money can be used for one-time needs like buying land, constructing or renovating schools, and improving bus service, but not for salaries or everyday expenses. New or reorganized districts receive special consideration in the funding formula. Districts must apply, report on their progress, and repay any misused funds.
School District Funding Amendments (SB 189)Mar 7, 2026 - View scoreSB194 · UT · 2026
Election Modifications
This bill makes major changes to Utah elections. Starting in 2028, only voters with official proof of U.S. citizenship can vote in all races; others are limited to vote only in federal elections. Officials may verify citizenship and notify voters missing documentation, with a process to dispute errors. Mail-in ballots require stricter ID checks. Many voter records become public unless “at-risk” protection is requested, with new limits, penalties, and a $200 cap on voter list fees. It shifts midterm legislative vacancy appointments from the legislator’s current party to the party they belonged to at their last election, and allows candidates to use campaign funds for security.
Election Modifications (SB 194)Mar 23, 2026 - View scoreSB234 · UT · 2026
Rulemaking Amendments
This bill would prohibit Utah state agencies from setting pollution or waste regulations that are stricter than federal requirements. If no federal standard exists for a specific issue, any new state rule must be based on the best available science and clearly show a direct link between exposure and actual harm to human health. Exceptions include cases where stricter rules are federally mandated, site-specific needs, or emergencies. In practice, this bill limits Utah’s ability to adopt stronger environmental or waste protections than those established at the federal level.
Rulemaking Amendments (SB 234)Mar 26, 2026 - View scoreHB113 · VA · 2026
Elections: Penalty for bribes to influence voting or registration
This bill makes it illegal to offer or accept money or valuable items to influence how someone votes or whether they register to vote, aiming to prevent bribery and protect fair elections. Violators would face a serious misdemeanor charge. The bill allows ordinary voter assistance, like giving rides to the polls, providing small non-cash items (like snacks or water), or letting employees take time off to vote or register. These rules apply to all elections, including party primaries and conventions, to help ensure election integrity without restricting common voter support.
Elections: Penalty for bribes to influence voting or registration (HB 113)Apr 13, 2026 - View scoreHB1207 · VA · 2026
Paid family and medical leave insurance program
Virginia would create a paid family and medical leave program. Starting in 2029, workers could get up to 12 weeks of pay at about 80% of wages to care for a new child, a sick relative, their own illness, military needs, or to seek safety from abuse. Jobs and health coverage are protected, and retaliation is banned. It would be funded by payroll contributions from workers and employers. Self-employed individuals can choose to opt in. Employers can use private plans if the benefits are at least equivalent. Employers must notify employees of the program. Workers can appeal and sue if they are denied benefits.
Paid family and medical leave insurance program (HB 1207)Apr 22, 2026 - View scoreHB1263 · VA · 2026
Repealing the Existing Prohibition on Collective Bargaining Rights for Public Employees
This bill would allow all Virginia public employees to unionize and bargain statewide, repealing the current ban. It creates a Public Employee Relations Board to run union elections, resolve disputes, and enforce bargaining rules. Employers must bargain in good faith, provide employee contact information, allow union access, and process union dues. Strikes by public employees remain illegal, and negotiation deadlocks go to binding arbitration. The bill also establishes a new Home Care Authority to serve as the employer for Medicaid home care workers, fund their training, and support workforce stability, while clients retain control over hiring decisions.
Repealing the Existing Prohibition on Collective Bargaining Rights for Public Employees (HB 1263)May 14, 2026 - View scoreHB14 · VA · 2026
Local Enforcement for Tenant Protections Under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
This bill aims to better protect renters by allowing local governments—like cities and counties—to take legal action against landlords who fail to keep rental properties safe and livable. If a serious problem exists—such as a fire hazard, health or safety threat, rodent infestation, or lack of heat, water, electricity, or sewage—the local government can step in after notifying the landlord. If the landlord doesn’t fix the issue in a reasonable time, the locality can go to court to require repairs and seek financial compensation for affected tenants. This bill strengthens enforcement of housing standards and provides more support for renters.
Local Enforcement for Tenant Protections Under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (HB 14)Apr 13, 2026 - View scoreHB1441 · VA · 2026
Limiting law enforcement agency agreements with federal immigration enforcement
This bill would generally bar Virginia law enforcement from using local resources—such as time, money, equipment, or staff—to assist federal immigration officers, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in identifying, arresting, or penalizing people for immigration violations. Police could only assist with a judge-signed warrant, subpoena, or court order. The main exception allows arrest without a warrant if police suspect a crime and ICE or another federal authority confirms the person is in the country illegally, has a U.S. felony conviction, and was previously deported for that conviction.
Limiting law enforcement agency agreements with federal immigration enforcement (HB 1441)Apr 22, 2026 - View scoreHB15 · VA · 2026
Va Residential Landlord and Tenant Noncompliance Remedies
This bill gives Virginia renters more time to address unpaid rent—landlords must now give written notice and wait 14 days (up from 5) before ending a lease for nonpayment or bounced payments. Other fixable issues allow at least 21 days to remedy, with possible lease termination after 30 days. Unfixable or dangerous violations allow for 30 days’ notice. Domestic violence protections and public housing assistance info remain. Landlords can collect unpaid rent, fees, and damages. If they own more than four units, they cannot deny applicants just for missed rent or a COVID-19 eviction, and must provide written notice with legal aid information if they do.
Va Residential Landlord and Tenant Noncompliance Remedies (HB 15)Apr 8, 2026 - View scoreHB1515 · VA · 2026
Temporary pause for local approval of data centers
This bill pauses local approval of new data centers. Cities and counties could not finish zoning or site plan approvals until all current data centers waiting for electric hookups are served, or until July 1, 2028, whichever comes first. It aims to ease strain on the power grid and give utilities time to expand.
Temporary pause for local approval of data centers (HB 1515)Feb 6, 2026 - View scoreHB153 · VA · 2026
Data center site assessment and sound profile for high energy use facilities
This bill requires Virginia local governments to review potential impacts before approving new data centers using 100 megawatts or more of electricity. Applicants must submit a site assessment studying noise and effects on nearby homes and schools within 500 feet. Localities may also request reviews on water, farmland, parks, historic sites, and forests. The serving utility must disclose substations and voltage. These requirements help local governments make informed decisions that fit community plans and zoning rules. Expansions under 100 megawatts are exempt.
Data center site assessment and sound profile for high energy use facilities (HB 153)Apr 13, 2026 - View scoreHB155 · VA · 2026
Requiring large-scale electricity users to obtain a certification of operation
Large power users (over 25 megawatts), like data centers or crypto mines, must get state approval before operating. Officials will check that projects won’t raise electric bills, hurt grid reliability, or slow clean energy goals. Reviews must weigh health, environmental, and local grid impacts, and stop unfair cost shifts to other customers. Projects can win easier approval if they use clean energy, batteries, or cut peak use. The bill adds more transparency and planning.
Requiring large-scale electricity users to obtain a certification of operation (HB 155)Feb 18, 2026 - View scoreHB217 · VA · 2026
Prohibition on import, sale, and possession of assault firearms and large-capacity magazines
This bill bans the import, sale, transfer, and manufacture of assault firearms and large-capacity magazines in Virginia, with exceptions for law enforcement, military, and antiques. While adults may keep assault firearms they already own, anyone under 21 cannot buy, possess, or transfer these firearms at all—even if acquired before the law. Violations are misdemeanors and result in a three-year ban on firearm possession. The bill also creates rules for buy-back programs and how surrendered firearms should be handled.
Prohibition on import, sale, and possession of assault firearms and large-capacity magazines (HB 217)May 14, 2026 - View scoreHB279 · VA · 2026
Establishing a timeline and process for increasing the average teacher salary
Sets a plan to raise Virginia’s average teacher pay to at least the national average by June 2029. The Governor must propose pay supplements and the state must fund them. Half the raise will come in 2028 and the rest in 2029. Targeted pay rates use standard national data and inflation information. Local school systems are expected to match state raises. This should help hire and keep teachers, but will require more state and local funding.
Establishing a timeline and process for increasing the average teacher salary (HB 279)Feb 18, 2026 - View scoreHB28 · VA · 2026
Limiting large voter roll removals before all elections
This bill would create a 90-day quiet period before all primary and general elections for large voter roll cleanups, preventing systematic removals of ineligible voters within this timeframe, expanding the restriction from just federal to all elections. Exceptions allow removals for death, felony, mental incapacity, voter request, or corrections as allowed by law. The bill also extends the registrar’s window to act on removal notices from 30 to 60 days and gives flagged voters 28 days (up from 14 days) to respond to citizenship status notices.
Limiting large voter roll removals before all elections (HB 28)Feb 24, 2026 - View scoreHB298 · VA · 2026
Evidence-Based Restorative Disciplinary Practices for Public School Students
This bill would require Virginia public schools to try at least one proven restorative practice—such as mediation, peer circles, or community service—before suspending or expelling a student from elementary or secondary schools. These restorative methods are intended to help students understand and repair the harm caused by their actions, keep them engaged in school, and reduce exclusionary discipline. Immediate removal would still be allowed for serious cases, like those involving weapons, severe injury, or repeated major offenses. The bill also mandates statewide tracking, annual reporting, and training support to help schools implement these practices effectively.
Evidence-Based Restorative Disciplinary Practices for Public School Students (HB 298)Apr 13, 2026 - View scoreHB40 · VA · 2026
Prohibitions and penalties related to plastic firearms, receivers, and unserialized firearms
Virginia would ban making, selling, or owning plastic or undetectable guns a felony to curb ghost guns. It also requires serial numbers on all guns and unfinished frames/receivers; having or transferring items without a serial number becomes a crime (first offense a misdemeanor, later offenses a felony). Licensed dealers can add serial numbers and must keep records. Exemptions cover police, licensed makers, antiques, travelers. Rules start Jan 1, 2027; possession ban Jul 1, 2027.
Prohibitions and penalties related to plastic firearms, receivers, and unserialized firearms (HB 40)Apr 10, 2026 - View scoreHB44 · VA · 2026
Searchable, electronic database for election campaign finance disclosure reports
Creates an online, searchable database of campaign finance reports run by the State Board of Elections. People can look up donors, spending, loans, and late or incomplete filings and other violations. Data can be sorted and downloaded by candidate, election, office, and committee. This increases transparency and helps voters, media, and watchdogs hold campaigns accountable. Takes effect July 1, 2027.
Searchable, electronic database for election campaign finance disclosure reports (HB 44)Feb 18, 2026 - View scoreHB639 · VA · 2026
Approval process for acceptance of gifts and funding for election administration
This bill removes the ban on accepting property and services from private individuals or nongovernmental groups to support voter education, outreach, registration, or other election-related expenses. However, if the donation is money or a grant greater than $1,000, the election office may only accept it if a two-thirds majority of the State Board of Elections or the local governing body approves. The bill aims to allow more flexibility in receiving private support for elections while adding oversight for larger financial contributions.
Approval process for acceptance of gifts and funding for election administration (HB 639)May 19, 2026 - View scoreHB642 · VA · 2026
Cannabis Control: Framework for retail marijuana market and penalties
This bill legalizes recreational marijuana in Virginia and sets rules for retail sales, including cultivation, processing, and tracking under state regulation. It limits THC in edibles, requires health and safety labels, and enforces record-keeping. The bill supports those most affected by past marijuana laws with license access, business loans, and lower fees. The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority will oversee tracking, license numbers, and support for small businesses and social equity applicants. A commission will study on-site use and event sales. Penalties are set for violations, with possible financial impacts from sentencing changes.
Cannabis Control: Framework for retail marijuana market and penalties (HB 642)May 19, 2026
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