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SB 65

Virginia Personnel Act; certain Department of Elections officers and employees not exempt.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Schuyler VanValkenburg

SB 65 removes Personnel Act exemptions for certain Virginia Department of Elections officers and employees, subjecting them to standard state employment protections and procedures.

Continued to next session in Privileges and Elections (14-Y 0-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 65

Legislative bill overview

SB 65 would remove certain exemptions from Virginia's Personnel Act for specific Department of Elections officers and employees, potentially subjecting them to state employment protections and procedures. The bill narrows the categories of elections department staff who can operate outside standard state personnel rules.

Why is this important

This change affects how the Department of Elections manages its workforce and could impact job security, grievance procedures, and employment protections for elections officials. It may influence the operational flexibility of election administration, which is critical infrastructure for voting integrity and access.

Potential points of contention

  • Operational flexibility vs. accountability: Elections officials may argue exemptions allow rapid response to emergencies; others contend personnel act protections ensure fair treatment and transparency
  • Which positions are affected: The bill's specificity matters—targeted positions versus broad coverage creates different practical impacts on department operations
  • Partisan implications: Elections administration is politically sensitive; any changes to staffing rules invite scrutiny about whether they enhance or undermine election integrity

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

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