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HB 2520

Virginia military forces; preliminary protective orders, etc.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 45 co-sponsors

HB 2520 expands Virginia's preliminary protective order procedures for military service members and domestic violence cases, but was vetoed and override attempt failed 35-61.

Vetoed by Governor
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Bill Summary · HB 2520

Legislative bill overview

HB 2520 modifies Virginia's preliminary protective order (restraining order) procedures to include military service members and extends certain legal protections related to domestic violence cases. The bill was passed by the legislature but vetoed by the Governor on May 2, 2025, and the House failed to override the veto with insufficient votes (35-61).

Why is this important

Protective orders are critical legal tools for domestic violence victims. Clarifying how these orders apply to military personnel affects both servicemembers' legal rights and victims' ability to seek protection. The veto suggests disagreement over the bill's scope or implementation approach, leaving the current statutory framework unchanged.

Potential points of contention

  • Military jurisdiction complexity: Unclear how state protective orders interact with military chain-of-command procedures and federal military law, potentially creating enforcement conflicts
  • Definition and scope disputes: Disagreement likely exists over which military-connected situations warrant expanded protections and how broadly "military forces" should be defined
  • Veto reasoning: The Governor's veto without public explanation leaves the specific legislative objections unclear—concerns could range from fiscal impact to constitutional jurisdiction questions to implementation practicality

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

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