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HB 1924

School boards; prohibition against hiring or contracting for the services of certain individuals.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jackie Glass and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia school boards must prohibit hiring or contracting with individuals convicted of specified crimes or registered as sex offenders, expanding background check requirements.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0642)
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Bill Summary · HB 1924

Legislative bill overview

HB 1924 prohibits Virginia school boards from hiring or contracting with individuals who have been convicted of certain crimes or who are registered sex offenders. The bill establishes background check requirements and disqualifying offense categories for school employment and vendor contracts.

Why is this important

School safety and child protection are primary concerns for parents and communities. This bill directly affects hiring practices at the district level and creates legal standards for who can work in or contract with schools, potentially preventing individuals with serious criminal histories from accessing school environments.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: The specific crimes that trigger disqualification may be debated—whether the list is comprehensive enough, too broad, or excludes relevant offenses
  • Contractor burden: Requiring background checks for all contractors (vendors, service providers, etc.) increases compliance costs and administrative complexity for school districts
  • Due process concerns: Questions about how individuals can challenge disqualifications or how much discretion boards retain if crimes are old, were minor, or have been expunged
  • Implementation details: The bill's actual text (HB1924ER2) would clarify offense categories and procedures, which significantly affects real-world application

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

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