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HB46Introduced in the House of Delegates

Judges; maximum number in each judicial circuit.

Introduced

Introduced by David Reid, District 28

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Maximum number of judges in each judicial circuit. Increases from five to six the maximum number of judges authorized in the Twentieth Judicial Circuit. This bill is a recommendation of the Judicial Council of Virginia.

Where it stands

Incorporated by Courts of Justice (HB443-Hope) (Voice Vote)

February 4, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101901D

  2. Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice

  3. Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB46)

  4. Assigned HCJ sub: Criminal

  5. Subcommittee recommends incorporating (Voice Vote)

  6. Incorporated by Courts of Justice (HB443-Hope) (Voice Vote)

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