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VA SB778
Bill
Status
3/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Mark Obenshain
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AI Summary
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Expands Virginia's existing law against displaying child pornography or grooming materials to minors by adding "any obscene item or material" to the prohibited content shown to children younger than 13
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Adds "lascivious intent" as the required mental state and expands the list of prohibited sexual acts the display is intended to encourage, including masturbation and self-touching
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Broadens the definition of "grooming video or materials" to include depictions of any person (not just children) who is nude, partially undressed, or engaged in sexual acts
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Violation remains a Class 6 felony for offenders 18 years or older
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Assigns a minimum fiscal impact of $50,000 for potential increased state prison commitments resulting from the expanded law
Legislative Description
Display of obscene material to a minor unlawful; penalty.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/14/2026