Why 4/5: This bill significantly alters the governance structure and oversight of public higher education institutions in Virginia, impacting long-term decision-making.
This bill extends the terms of public university governing board members from four to six years and mandates the adoption of shared governance policies. It also directs a state work group to develop model shared governance policies and study legal counsel and conflict of interest rules for these boards.
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Franklin of Montgomery, Carr, Zehr
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Conference Report released
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Passed by temporarily
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
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Passed by temporarily
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (62-Y 34-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1385ER)
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Summarized from the official bill text (“Higher educational institutions, public; membership of governing boards.”) · Read the actual bill →
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1385)
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