Why 3/5: The bill establishes a new healthcare network, but its effective date is delayed until July 1, 2027.
Virginia will establish a Sickle Cell Coordinated Access Network by July 1, 2027, to provide healthcare providers with real-time consultation from sickle cell specialists. This initiative aims to improve the quality of care and support for patients with sickle cell disease across the Commonwealth.
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Placed on Calendar
First reading
Read first time
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
Cleared committee
Reported from Health and Human Services (22-Y 0-N)
Second reading
Read second time
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed House (96-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB813ER)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB813)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 839 (effective 7/1/2026)