HB5003Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating to the process for involuntary hospitalization
Introduced by Scot Heckert, District 13
What does this bill do?
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to clarify who may order involuntary hospitalizations and when mental hygiene petitions may be filed after involuntary treatment.
Where it stands
To House Judiciary
January 30, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary
Introduced in House
To House Judiciary
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