Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1085: New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program; eligible institutions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1085 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program; eligible institutions. Primary sponsor: Mike Webert (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): Stricken from docket by Appropriations (22-Y 0-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program; eligible institutions. Includes private technical schools offering industry-recognized noncredit workforce credentials in high-demand fields in conjunction with comprehensive community colleges as institutions that are eligible to participate in and receive reimbursement for student program completion and credential attainment pursuant to the New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Webert | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 61 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Stricken from docket by Appropriations (22-Y 0-N)
- Subcommittee recommends striking from the docket (7-Y 0-N)
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1085)
- Assigned HAPP sub: Higher Education
- Referred to Committee on Appropriations
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104126D