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VA HB1067
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Keith Hodges
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AI Summary
- Allows two or more Virginia counties, cities, or towns to create regional emergency communications authorities through concurrent ordinances, resolutions, or agreements
- Grants authorities power to establish and maintain emergency communications systems and 911 public safety answering points, employ personnel, and acquire property
- Requires each authority to be governed by a board appointed by participating localities that must adopt annual budgets, appoint an executive director, and provide annual audits
- Permits localities to join existing authorities or withdraw, though withdrawal requires unanimous vote if the authority has incurred obligations
- Prohibits authorities from providing medical care, medical direction, or functioning as emergency medical services agencies
Legislative Description
Regional emergency communications authorities; creation and powers.
Last Action
Signed by President
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
General Laws and Technology2/18/2026
Health and Human Services: Health1/23/2026
Health and Human Services1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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