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HB465Introduced in the House of Delegates

Civil Actions - Immunity - Disclosure of Allegations of Sexually Assaultive Behavior (Stop Silencing Survivors Act)

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Elizabeth Embry, District 43

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishing an immunity from liability for a person who discloses information about allegations of sexually assaultive behavior if the person acts in good faith; establishing a presumption of good faith unless it is shown by a preponderance of the evidence that the person acted with actual malice or intentionally or recklessly disclosed false information; providing for the award of attorney's fees and costs in certain circumstances; etc.

Where it stands

Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.

January 29, 2026

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Bill history

  1. First Reading Judiciary

  2. Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.

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