Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 493: Absentee voting; ballots received, marked, and cast electronically through the Internet.

In committee Last action February 13, 2026: Continued to next session in Privileges and Elections (Voice Vote)

Plain-language summary

HB 493 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Absentee voting; ballots received, marked, and cast electronically through the Internet. Primary sponsor: Patrick Hope (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): Continued to next session in Privileges and Elections (Voice Vote).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Patrick Hope (Democratic).