HB5400Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating generally to punishment for child neglect resulting in death.
IntroducedHouse Judiciary
Introduced by Ian Masters, District 91
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to modify the criminal penalties imposed on a parent, guardian, custodian, or person in a position of trust in relation to a child for child neglect resulting in death.
Where it stands
To House Judiciary
February 10, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Judiciary
Introduced in House
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