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HB 913

Public Instruction, Superintendent of; reverse certain recent actions, etc.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alex Askew and 2 co-sponsors

Virginia HB 913 reverses certain recent actions by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, addressing disagreement over education leadership decisions.

Approved by Governor-Chapter 706 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Bill Summary · HB 913

Legislative bill overview

HB 913 seeks to reverse certain recent actions taken by Virginia's Superintendent of Public Instruction. The bill was prefiled in January 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Education, with further assignment to the K-12 Subcommittee in February 2026. The specific actions to be reversed are not detailed in the available legislative record.

Why is this important

The bill addresses governance and oversight of Virginia's public education system at the state level. Reversing superintendent actions could affect education policy, administrative procedures, or regulatory decisions that impact schools, teachers, and students across the commonwealth. The legislative response suggests disagreement with current education leadership's recent policy direction.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in bill language – Without knowing which specific actions are targeted, stakeholders cannot fully evaluate the merits or consequences of reversal
  • Executive-legislative branch dynamics – The bill may represent disagreement over the superintendent's authority and discretion in education policy
  • Implementation complexity – Reversing administrative actions could create confusion about which policies remain in effect and may disrupt ongoing programs or initiatives

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

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