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VA HB1485
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Hope
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AI Summary
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Increases the maximum number of judges on the Court of Appeals of Virginia from 17 to 21
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Requires en banc hearings to consist of no fewer than 13 judges, including the 3 judges originally assigned to the case plus 10 judges selected through a randomized rotational schedule
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Eliminates mandatory en banc hearings triggered by panel dissents or conflicting decisions, making en banc review discretionary by court motion or party petition when a majority of judges approves
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Directs the Supreme Court of Virginia to establish rules implementing the randomized rotational en banc panel selection system
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Provisions take effect September 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Court of Appeals of Virginia; maximum number of judges, summary disposition of certain civil cases.
Last Action
Continued to next session in Finance and Appropriations (14-Y 0-N)
3/9/2026