Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 71: Health Care Decisions Act; patients incapable of making informed decisions, absence of next of kin.

In committee Last action February 9, 2026: Stricken at request of Patron in Courts of Justice (14-Y 0-N)

Plain-language summary

SB 71 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on December 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Health Care Decisions Act; patients incapable of making informed decisions, absence of next of kin. Primary sponsor: Barbara Favola (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): Stricken at request of Patron in Courts of Justice (14-Y 0-N).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Barbara Favola (Democratic). 2 co-sponsors.