HB 22: VMI; removes certain authority, disciplinary immunity for certain individuals who make reports.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Public institutions of higher education; disciplinary immunity for certain individuals who make reports; Virginia Military Institute. Removes the authority granted to Virginia Military Institute to include in its sexual violence policy, code, rules, or set of standards a provision stipulating that in the event that a cadet discloses personal consumption of drugs or alcohol in conjunction with a good faith report of an act of sexual violence and the superintendent of Virginia Military Institute determines that such cadet's personal consumption of drugs or alcohol constitutes a threat to the cadet's well-being or the well-being of others, the superintendent may require such cadet to attend drug or substance use disorder counseling.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. April 13, 2026Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0547)
2. April 13, 2026Approved by Governor-Chapter 547 (effective 7/1/2026)
3. March 25, 2026Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
4. March 25, 2026Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 25, 2026
5. March 16, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB22)
6. March 14, 2026Signed by President
7. March 14, 2026Signed by Speaker
8. March 14, 2026Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB22ER)
9. March 14, 2026Enrolled
10. March 9, 2026Passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
11. March 9, 2026Read third time
12. March 6, 2026Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)

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