SB434Introduced in the Senate
Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund; board of directors, etc.
Introduced by Jeremy McPike, District 29
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund; board of directors; plan of operation; filing of claims; awards and coverage for expenses or services. Makes numerous changes to the Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program and Fund. The bill alters the composition of the Program's board of directors to include three relatives of current or former beneficiaries, allows for the electronic submission of claims, and expands discovery of parties to a claim. The bill further requires the Program's board of directors to establish a blanket surety bonding program for all employees with access to the Fund and requires the board to meet at least once monthly. Finally, the bill increases from $100,000 to $500,000 the amount that may be awarded to families whose infant has sustained a birth-related neurological injury.
Where it stands
Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB398-Perry) (15-Y 0-N)
February 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB398-Perry) (15-Y 0-N) · February 5, 2026
15
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Obenshain | 2 | Yes |
| Todd Pillion | 6 | Yes |
| Creigh Deeds | 11 | Yes |
| Louise Lucas | 18 | Yes |
| Aaron Rouse | 22 | Yes |
| Mamie Locke | 23 | Yes |
| Richard Stuart | 25 | Yes |
| Ryan McDougle | 26 | Yes |
| Bryce Reeves | 28 | Yes |
| Jeremy McPike | 29 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104265D
Referred to Committee on Finance and Appropriations
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434)
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434)
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434)
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB434)
Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB398-Perry) (15-Y 0-N)
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