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VA HJR74
Joint Resolution
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michelle Maldonado
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the General Assembly to elect 13 Circuit Court judges for 8-year terms across multiple judicial circuits, with terms commencing between February 2026 and July 2026.
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Provides for election of 18 General District Court judges for 6-year terms across various judicial districts, with start dates ranging from February 2026 to January 2027.
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Establishes election of 16 Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court judges for 6-year terms, serving multiple judicial districts with terms beginning between April 2026 and January 2027.
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Directs election of one member each to the State Corporation Commission and Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission, both for 6-year terms commencing February 1, 2026.
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Clarifies that Kelsey A. Bagot's term as State Corporation Commission member shall be six years ending January 31, 2030, as required by the Virginia Constitution.
Legislative Description
Judges; elections in circuit court, general district court, etc.
Last Action
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ74ER)
4/2/2026