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VA SB137
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stella Pekarsky
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AI Summary
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Creates new Virginia Code section 18.2-404.1 prohibiting obstruction of reproductive health care facilities through force, threats, physical obstruction, or property damage
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Defines "physical obstruction" as rendering passage to or from a reproductive health services facility impassable, unreasonably difficult, or hazardous
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Covers hospitals, clinics, physician's offices, and any facility providing medical treatment related to the human reproductive system, including pregnancy or termination of pregnancy
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Violations constitute a Class 1 misdemeanor for intentionally injuring, intimidating, or interfering with persons obtaining or providing reproductive health services
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Explicitly preserves free speech rights, stating the law does not restrict the content of messages communicated inside or outside regulated areas
Legislative Description
Obstructing health care facility access; penalties.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
3/14/2026