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HB282Introduced in the House of Delegates

Adult Protective Services – Modifications

Passed

Introduced by Judiciary

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Altering provisions relating to the reporting and investigation of abuse, neglect, self-neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults; and requiring the local department of aging to complete an investigation and make an indicated, not indicated, or undetermined finding within 60 days.

Where it stands

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 652

May 26, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

House of Delegates votes

1 recorded vote · each counted separately

Senate votes

1 recorded vote · each counted separately

SenateStage: Third Reading Passed · April 13, 2026

45

Yes

0

No

2

Absent or Not Voting

47 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Pre-filed

  2. First Reading Judiciary

  3. Hearing 2/05 at 2:00 p.m.

  4. Hearing canceled

  5. Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m.

  6. Favorable Report by Judiciary

  7. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

  8. Third Reading Passed (132-0)

  9. Referred Judicial Proceedings

  10. Favorable Report by Judicial Proceedings

  11. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

  12. Third Reading Passed (45-0)

  13. Returned Passed

  14. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 652

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