Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 580: Individuals receiving services in a hospital, training center, etc.; right to send and receive mail.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 580 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Individuals receiving services in a hospital, training center, etc.; right to send and receive mail. Primary sponsor: Mark Peake (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0290).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; individuals receiving services; right to send and receive mail. Allows state facilities operated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services to process sealed letter mail for electronic delivery. This bill is identical to HB 1304.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Peake | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 8 |
“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 (CHAP0290)
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 290 (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 (SB580)
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB580ER)
- Enrolled
- Passed House (96-Y 0-N 0-A)
- Read third time
- Read second time
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