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VA SB549
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Glen Sturtevant
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AI Summary
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Establishes qualifications for Virginia delegates to an Article V constitutional convention, requiring U.S. citizenship and Virginia residency for at least 5 years, minimum age of 25, no federal lobbying within 5 years, and no federal employment or elected office within 10 years
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Creates a 3-member advisory committee from the General Assembly to monitor delegates, fill vacancies, and determine whether delegates have exceeded their authority
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Prohibits delegates from voting to change the one-state-one-vote rule or altering specific constitutional amendments protecting individual liberties, including the Bill of Rights and voting rights amendments
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Requires delegates to take an oath accepting the limits of their authority and prohibits accepting gifts exceeding $200 combined value during service
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Makes it a Class 5 felony for delegates to vote beyond their authorized scope or for anyone to bribe, threaten, or obstruct delegates in performing their duties
Legislative Description
General Assembly; intergovernmental affairs, etc.
Last Action
Failed to report (defeated) in Rules (4-Y 10-N)
1/30/2026