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VA HB1067

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Keith Hodges

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

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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