Why 3/5: Directs a state agency to implement training that can increase funding for student health services, improving access and resources.
Virginia's Department of Medical Assistance Services will now train local school staff on how to effectively bill Medicaid for health services provided in schools. This initiative aims to increase Medicaid funding for student health services across the Commonwealth by helping schools fully leverage available resources.
Cleared committee
Reported from Health and Human Services with amendment(s) (19-Y 2-N)
Second reading
Read second time
Third reading
Read third time
Amendment adopted
committee amendment agreed to
Update
Engrossed by House as amended
Passed a chamber
Passed House with amendment (79-Y 19-N 0-A)
Amendment adopted
House amendment agreed to by Senate (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB73ER)
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Summarized from the official bill text (“Medicaid billing navigation for certain school services; DMAS to train local school division staff.”) · Read the actual bill →
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB73)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 14, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 816 (effective 7/1/2026)