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VA SB107
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stella Pekarsky
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AI Summary
- Expands jury service exemptions for caretakers of children under 18 with serious health conditions, including illness, injury, or physical or mental impairment requiring continuous care during court hours
- Broadens the definition of exempt caretakers to include "familial caretakers" such as family members, household members, close family friends, or other adults with close personal relationships who provide full-time care
- Clarifies that serious health conditions include illness, injury, or physical or mental impairment for both child and adult care situations
- Amends Virginia Code § 8.01-341.1, which governs voluntary exemptions from jury service upon request
Legislative Description
Jury service; exemptions upon request, certain caretakers of persons with serious health conditions.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Courts of Justice: Civil2/17/2026
Courts of Justice2/3/2026
Courts of Justice1/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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