Why 3/5: It creates new operational opportunities and regulatory requirements for a specific type of small business.
TPA-certified optometrists in Virginia will gain the ability to sell and dispense Schedule VI controlled substances directly to their patients, potentially increasing revenue streams and patient convenience. However, this new authority requires obtaining an additional license from the Board of Pharmacy and complying with new regulations for dispensing, storage, and recordkeeping.
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Constitutional reading dispensed Block Vote (on 2nd reading) (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
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Passed by for the day
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate Block Vote (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Reconsideration of Senate passage agreed to by Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate Block Vote (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1006ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1006)
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
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 929 (effective 7/1/2026)