Why 3/5: The bill proposes new mandates for health insurance coverage and prescription drug access, directly impacting healthcare services.
Health insurance carriers in Virginia will be required to cover maternal mental health screenings during pregnancy and postpartum periods, and certain related prescription drugs will no longer need prior authorization. This change aims to improve access to essential maternal mental health care for expecting and new parents.
Third reading
Read third time
Amendment adopted
Commerce and Labor Amendment agreed to
Update
Engrossed by Senate as amended
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate with amendment Block Vote (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
Update
Reconsideration of Senate passage agreed to by Senate Block Vote (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate with amendment Block Vote (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Amendment adopted
Senate amendment agreed to by House (70-Y 25-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1400ER)
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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
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (HB1400)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 840 (effective 7/1/2026)