Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HJ 43: Rural Affairs, Secretariat of; JLARC to study need for & feasibility of creation.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HJ 43 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Rural Affairs, Secretariat of; JLARC to study need for & feasibility of creation. Primary sponsor: Israel O'Quinn (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Rules.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Study; JLARC; creation of Secretariat of Rural Affairs; report. Directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study the need for and feasibility of creating a Secretariat of Rural Affairs in the Commonwealth.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Israel O'Quinn | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
“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 Rules
- Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N)
- Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
- Referred to Committee on Rules
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102289D