Why 4/5: It establishes a process for updating the operational framework for critical mental health and substance abuse crisis services, impacting how these services are delivered statewide.
This bill establishes a process for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services to amend the state's comprehensive plan for mental health, substance abuse, and developmental disability crisis services, including the Marcus Alert system, with required stakeholder consultation and public comment. This means that state agencies and local partners will need to align their policies and operations with the updated plan, potentially leading to more consistent and effective crisis response across Virginia.
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
Cleared committee
Reported from Health and Human Services (21-Y 0-N)
Second reading
Read second time
Update
Moved from Uncontested Calendar to Regular Calendar
Update
Passed by for the day
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed House (98-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB513ER)
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Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB513)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 823 (effective 7/1/2026)