Why 4/5: Directly impacts payroll, compensation practices, and potential legal liabilities for all employers.
This bill expands the types of payments considered "wages" under Virginia law, potentially increasing employer liability for various forms of compensation. The expanded definition includes salaries, commissions, bonuses, tips, back pay, dismissal pay, and severance pay, aiming to reverse a recent court decision.
Introduced
Presented and ordered printed 26104777D
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Labor and Commerce
Referred to committee
Assigned HCL sub: Subcommittee #2
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Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (2/3/2026 4:16 pm)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1355)
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Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 0-N)
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Left in Labor and Commerce
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Summarized from the official bill text (“Labor and employment; payment of wages, definition.”) · Read the actual bill →