HB988Introduced in the House of Delegates
Virginia Human Rights Act; unlawful discrimination.
Introduced by Thomas Garrett, District 56
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Virginia Human Rights Act; unlawful discrimination. Prohibits any state agency or political subdivision in the Commonwealth from supporting, implementing, recognizing, or utilizing any program, process, or procedure that conveys or denies a benefit, advantage, or privilege to an individual based solely on such individual's race, sex, or ethnicity.
Where it stands
Left in Committee General Laws
February 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of DelegatesStage: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 2-N) · February 12, 2026
8
Yes
2
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
10 delegates recorded in this House of Delegates vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Marcus Simon | 13 | Yes |
| Elizabeth Guzman | 31 | Yes |
| Bill Wiley | 32 | No |
| Terry Austin | 37 | Yes |
| Lily Franklin | 41 | Yes |
| Stacey Annie Carroll | 64 | Yes |
| Betsy Carr | 78 | Yes |
| Marcia Price | 85 | Yes |
| Phil Hernandez | 94 | Yes |
| Robert Bloxom | 100 | No |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104276D
Referred to Committee on General Laws
Assigned HGL sub: Housing/Consumer Protection
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB988)
Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 2-N)
Left in Committee General Laws
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