Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 311: Constitutional amdmnt. marriage between two adult persons, repeal of same-sex marriage prohibition.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 311 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Constitutional amdmnt. marriage between two adult persons, repeal of same-sex marriage prohibition. Primary sponsor: Adam P. Ebbin. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Approved by Governor-Chapter 819 (effective 7/1/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Constitutional amendment (voter referendum); marriage between two adult persons; repeal of same-sex marriage prohibition. Provides for a referendum at the November 3, 2026, general election to approve or reject an amendment that requires the equal treatment under the law of a lawful marriage between two adult persons regardless of the sex, gender, or race of such persons. The amendment also repeals the current provision that defines marriage as only a union between one man and one woman. This bill is identical to HB 612.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam P. Ebbin | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Jennifer Boysko | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Danica Roem | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 819 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
- Signed by President
- Signed by Speaker
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB311)
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB311ER)
- Enrolled
- Passed House (66-Y 31-N 0-A)
- Read third time
- Read second time
- Reported from Privileges and Elections (15-Y 6-N)
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