Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 491: Line of Duty Act; eligibility for sheriffs and deputy sheriffs.

In committee Last action January 30, 2026: Stricken from docket by Appropriations (21-Y 0-N)

Plain-language summary

HB 491 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Line of Duty Act; eligibility for sheriffs and deputy sheriffs. Primary sponsor: Liz Guzmán (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Stricken from docket by Appropriations (21-Y 0-N).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Liz Guzmán (Democratic). 5 co-sponsors.