Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1082: Crimes by gangs; definition of "predicate criminal act", penalties.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1082 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Crimes by gangs; definition of "predicate criminal act", penalties. Primary sponsor: Wendell Walker (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Courts of Justice.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Crimes by gangs; definition of "predicate criminal act"; penalties. Adds the misdemeanor and felony offenses of carrying a concealed weapon and the misdemeanor offense of pointing, holding, or brandishing a firearm, air or gas operated weapon, or object similar in appearance to the definition of "predicate criminal act" related to prohibited criminal street gang participation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendell Walker | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 52 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left in Committee Courts of Justice
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1082)
- Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (1/15/2026 11:29 am)
- Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102040D