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VA HB836
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sam Rasoul
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AI Summary
- Prohibits Virginia public schools from denying enrollment or educational programs to any child based on actual or perceived immigration or citizenship status of the child or parents
- Bars school boards, employees, and school resource officers from collecting immigration status information except when required by law, or designating such information as directory information
- Restricts disclosure of immigration or citizenship status information to law enforcement or immigration agencies, while preserving compliance with federal information-sharing requirements under 8 U.S.C. §§ 1373 and 1644
- Creates a civil cause of action allowing aggrieved parties to sue for damages, injunctive relief, and attorney fees after providing 15 days written notice to the school division
- Requires the Department of Education to develop guidance by August 1, 2026, on handling immigration-related warrants and training school administrators, with school board policies due by December 31, 2026
Legislative Description
Public schools; right to free public elementary and secondary education, discrimination, etc.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Education and Health2/18/2026
Education: K-122/5/2026
Education1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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