HB5204Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating to establishing the Child Captivity Prevention Act.
Introduced by Hollis Lewis, District 57
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to ensure that when a child moves to this state and the parents or guardians intend to home school, that a student education and wellness assurance visit to the residence be conducted to verify that the child is not being abused or neglected.
Where it stands
To House Education
February 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Education
Introduced in House
To House Education
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