Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1416: Influenza prophylaxis; pharmacists initiation of treatment.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1416 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Influenza prophylaxis; pharmacists initiation of treatment. Primary sponsor: Keith Hodges (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Health and Human Services.
Generated automatically from the official title, sponsor list, and status record only. It does not characterize the bill’s purpose or effects. How summaries are written
Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Pharmacists; initiation of treatment; influenza prophylaxis. Permits pharmacists to initiate treatment with, dispense, or administer drugs and devices for prophylactic purposes to prevent or mitigate the symptoms of influenza virus infection.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keith Hodges | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 68 |
“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 Health and Human Services
- Subcommittee recommends striking from the docket (9-Y 0-N)
- Assigned sub: Health Professions
- Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
- Presented and ordered printed 26104847D