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HR 6

House of Delegates; establishing rules for the 2026-2027 Sessions of the General Assembly.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Charniele Herring

Virginia House establishes operational rules for 2026-2027 sessions; unanimously passes HR 6 with Delegate Simon's procedural amendment.

Bill text as passed House (HR6ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 6

Legislative bill overview

HR 6 establishes procedural rules governing how Virginia's House of Delegates will operate during the 2026-2027 legislative sessions. The bill was passed unanimously on January 14, 2026, after incorporating a floor amendment from Delegate Simon. These rules typically cover matters such as committee structure, debate procedures, voting protocols, and parliamentary conduct.

Why is this important

House rules directly affect how legislation moves through the chamber, which bills receive floor time, and how representatives can participate in the legislative process. Changes to procedural rules can either facilitate or obstruct the passage of certain types of legislation, making them consequential for the legislative agenda.

Potential points of contention

  • Details of the Simon Amendment — Without the specific text, it's unclear what procedural changes were made or whether they benefited certain legislative priorities or party interests
  • Committee assignments and balance — Rules determine committee composition, which influences which bills advance and how legislation is shaped
  • Debate and amendment restrictions — Procedural rules can limit or expand opportunities for minority party input and floor amendments on controversial issues

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

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