Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 5: Employment; paid sick leave, civil penalties.

Passed both chambers Last action April 12, 2026: Governor's Recommendation

Plain-language summary

HB 5 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on November 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Employment; paid sick leave, civil penalties. Primary sponsor: Kelly Fowler (Democratic). It lists 60 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 12, 2026): Governor's Recommendation.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kelly Fowler (Democratic). 60 co-sponsors.