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VA HB1264

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Irene Shin

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Virginia Accountability Commission as an advisory body in the executive branch to monitor and document conduct of federal agents and federal military-style operations in Virginia

  • Requires the Commission to gather publicly-available videos of federal officer actions, establish a complaint procedure, hold public hearings, and create a public record documenting federal conduct and its community impact

  • Mandates an initial status report to the Governor by January 31, 2027, with supplementary reports due by April 30, 2027, including policy recommendations to protect residents' rights

  • Composed of up to nine unpaid members serving one-year terms, with three appointed each by the Governor, House of Delegates, and Senate

  • Office of Civil Rights within the Attorney General's Office provides administrative and staff support, with authority to work with subject matter experts and non-profit organizations

Legislative Description

Virginia Accountability Commission; established.

Last Action

Continued to next session in Public Safety (Voice Vote)

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Militia, Police and Public Safety: Subcommittee #32/3/2026
Public Safety1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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