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VA HB1336

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Hyland Fowler

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "three-unit service dog team" to explicitly include a parent of the person with a disability as an eligible trained handler

  • A three-unit service dog team consists of a trained service dog, a person with a disability, and an adult trained to handle the service dog

  • Amends Virginia Code § 51.5-40.1, which governs definitions related to disability rights and access to public accommodations

  • Service dogs covered under this law must be trained to perform specific tasks directly related to the handler's disability, excluding emotional support animals

Legislative Description

Three-unit service dog team; definition.

Last Action

Passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Health2/12/2026
Health and Human Services: Health1/23/2026
Health and Human Services1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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