Why 3/5: While the effective date for certain provisions is delayed until July 1, 2027, this bill represents a significant future change to employment requirements and operational costs for all private employers.
Virginia small businesses would be required to provide paid sick leave to all employees, increasing operational costs and introducing new civil penalties for non-compliance. Employees would accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, usable for personal or family illness, or issues related to domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking.
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Senate Conferees: Favola, Deeds, Peake
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Convirs-Fowler, Feggans, Wilt
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (61-Y 34-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB199)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB199ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB199)
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by Senate