HB1216Introduced in the House of Delegates
Retaliatory action against employee prohibited; remedies available.
Introduced by Karrie Delaney, District 9
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Retaliatory action against employee prohibited; remedies available. Provides that a violation of certain provisions regarding retaliatory action against employees may be alleged in a court of competent jurisdiction within two years after the employer's most recent prohibited retaliatory action. The bill states that in such a case, treble damages may be awarded if such violation was willful.
Where it stands
Incorporated by Labor and Commerce (HB930-Simon) (Voice Vote)
February 10, 2026
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Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102383D
Referred to Committee on Labor and Commerce
Assigned HCL sub: Subcommittee #2
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1216)
Subcommittee recommends incorporating (Voice Vote)
Incorporated by Labor and Commerce (HB930-Simon) (Voice Vote)
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