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VA HB338
Bill
Status
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alfonso Lopez
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Virginia localities to adopt ordinances requiring successor service employers to retain incumbent service employees for a 90-day transition period when contracts change or properties are acquired
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Defines covered locations that localities may include, such as multifamily buildings with more than 50 units, commercial buildings over 75,000 square feet, schools, airports, museums, and warehouses
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Permits dismissal of retained employees during the transition period only for just cause or workforce reductions based on seniority, with requirements to maintain preferential hiring lists
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Requires awarding authorities or incumbent employers to provide 30-day advance written notice to affected employees and share employee information with successor employers
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Allows affected service employees to bring civil actions for violations, recovering back pay, attorney fees, and up to triple damages or $1,000 for willful violations
Legislative Description
Service employees; authority of local governments, definition.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026