Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 654: Virginia militia; officers of certain educational institutions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 654 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Virginia militia; officers of certain educational institutions. Primary sponsor: Christie Craig (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Stricken at request of Patron in Education and Health (14-Y 0-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Virginia militia; officers of certain educational institutions. Provides that the officers of certain educational institutions shall, for the purposes of being commissioned officers of the Virginia militia, be subject to the same rules and regulations as to discipline provided for the military organizations in which they previously served. Current law provides that such officers also shall be subject to the orders of the Governor and such rules and regulations as to discipline provided for other officers of the military organizations of the Commonwealth.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christie Craig | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 19 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Stricken at request of Patron in Education and Health (14-Y 0-N)
- Referred to Committee on Education and Health
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26100921D