Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 879: Public assistance; requests for records or information concerning applicants for and recipients.

Enacted Last action April 13, 2026: Approved by Governor-Chapter 689 (effective 7/1/2026)

Plain-language summary

HB 879 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public assistance; requests for records or information concerning applicants for and recipients. Primary sponsor: Irene Shin (Democratic). It lists 14 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Approved by Governor-Chapter 689 (effective 7/1/2026).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Irene Shin (Democratic). 14 co-sponsors.