Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1197: Alcoholic beverage control; suspension or revocation of certain retail licenses, reinstatement.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1197 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Alcoholic beverage control; suspension or revocation of certain retail licenses, reinstatement. Primary sponsor: Phil Scott (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee General Laws.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Alcoholic beverage control; suspension or revocation of certain retail licenses; reinstatement. Provides that if the Board of Directors of the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority suspends or revokes the license of a retail establishment solely due to the fact that the establishment's food establishment permit from the Department of Health was revoked or suspended, the Board shall automatically reinstate such license once the Department of Health has reinstated the food establishment permit, provided that the licensee is in compliance with all applicable provisions of law.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Scott | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 63 |
“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 General Laws
- Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 2-N)
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1197)
- Assigned HGL sub: ABC/Gaming
- Referred to Committee on General Laws
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101639D