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HJ 29

General Assembly; 2026 Session schedule.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Charniele Herring

HJ 29 sets Virginia's 2026 General Assembly session schedule, unanimously approved by the House to establish legislative meeting dates and procedural deadlines.

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Bill Summary · HJ 29

Legislative bill overview

HJ 29 establishes the official session schedule for Virginia's 2026 General Assembly legislative session. The bill passed through the House with unanimous support and sets the dates and framework for when lawmakers will convene, recess, and adjourn during the 2026 session.

Why is this important

The session schedule is a foundational procedural matter that determines when legislators can introduce bills, debate measures, and vote on legislation. This affects the entire state's lawmaking process for the year and impacts the timeline for addressing policy priorities, budgets, and constituent concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Session length and timing: Longer sessions require more legislator time and state resources, while shorter sessions may limit bill consideration
  • Recess periods: Disagreement over when breaks occur could affect bill passage deadlines or constituent access to lawmakers
  • Procedural implications: The schedule determines deadlines for bill introductions, committee reviews, and floor votes, which can advantage or disadvantage certain legislative priorities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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