Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 427: High school graduation requirements; history and social studies credits.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 427 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: High school graduation requirements; history and social studies credits. Primary sponsor: Lamont Bagby (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0346).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
High school graduation requirements; history and social studies credits; certain substitutions permitted. Requires the Board of Education, in establishing high school graduation requirements, to permit any student to substitute the African American History course or the Advanced Placement African American Studies course for the World History I course or the World Geography course for the purpose of satisfying the history and social studies credit requirements, provided that (i) such a course is available to the student and (ii) the student is required to complete and receive a passing score on an applicable local alternative assessment or an equivalent Board-approved assessment, in order to satisfy history and social studies credit requirements for graduation. The bill directs the Board of Education to amend its regulations in accordance with the provisions of the bill and to ensure that no student who makes such a substitution is required to earn a verified credit for the World History I or World Geography course in order to graduate. This bill is identical to HB 182.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamont Bagby | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0346)
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 346 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
- Signed by Speaker
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB427)
- Signed by President
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB427ER)
- Enrolled
- House substitute agreed to by Senate (23-Y 17-N 0-A)
- Passed House with substitute (62-Y 35-N 0-A)
- Engrossed by House - committee substitute
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