Bill
HB 209
Peer recovery specialists; VDH & DOC to develop guidelines for hiring.
2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Katrina Callsen and 2 co-sponsors
VDH and DOC must develop hiring guidelines for peer recovery specialists—people with substance abuse recovery experience—to support treatment and rehabilitation in Virginia's health and corrections systems.
Approved by Governor-Chapter 90 (effective 7/1/2026)