Why 2/5: The bill sets a long timeline for regulation promulgation (July 1, 2028) before full implementation of collective bargaining processes.
This bill establishes the Virginia Home Care Council within the Department of Medical Assistance Services to enable collective bargaining for individual home care providers. This change aims to improve the stability and working conditions of the home care workforce, potentially impacting the cost and availability of services for Medicaid recipients.
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Senate Conferees: Surovell, Boysko, Stuart
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Conference Report released
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Tran, Ward, Wilt
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (61-Y 36-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (20-Y 18-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB378)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB378ER)
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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 (SB378)
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by Senate