Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 251: Assault and battery; creates Class 6 felony for serious bodily injury.

In committee Last action February 13, 2026: Continued to next session in Courts of Justice (Voice Vote)

Plain-language summary

HB 251 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Assault and battery; creates Class 6 felony for serious bodily injury. Primary sponsor: Vivian Watts (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): Continued to next session in Courts of Justice (Voice Vote).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Vivian Watts (Democratic).