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VA HB1188
Bill
Status
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joshua Thomas
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Virginia Boys and Men Advisory Commission as an 18-member legislative branch body with 10 legislative members (6 from House of Delegates, 4 from Senate) and 8 nonlegislative citizen members appointed by the Governor
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Requires nonlegislative members to include an elementary/high school administrator, community college professional, licensed pediatrician, public safety expert, mental health specialist, and education/economic development representative
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Directs the Commission to advise the General Assembly on issues affecting boys and men including education inequity, economic opportunities, health outcome disparities, family life, and social media impact
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Mandates annual reports to the General Assembly and Governor, plus a special one-time report with up to three recommendations due by October 1, 2026
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Contains a sunset provision expiring the Commission on July 1, 2029, and declares an emergency making the act effective immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Virginia Boys and Men Advisory Commission; established, report, sunset provision.
Last Action
Senate substitute agreed to by House (91-Y 6-N 0-A)
3/12/2026