Why 3/5: The bill, if passed, establishes a new mandatory employer premium and compliance burden, though implementation is several years away.
Virginia employers would be required to pay premiums to fund a new statewide paid family and medical leave insurance program starting April 1, 2028. This program would also impose new notice requirements and potential civil actions on businesses.
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House Conferees: Sewell, Sullivan, Bloxom
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Conferees appointed by Senate
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Senate Conferees: Boysko, Surovell, Obenshain
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (62-Y 33-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1207)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1207ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1207)
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
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by House