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HB 1100

Wage garnishments; treasurers' liens for unpaid taxes and charges.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 6 co-sponsors

Virginia bill authorizes county and city treasurers to garnish wages and place liens on property to collect unpaid taxes and charges owed to local governments.

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Bill Summary · HB 1100

Legislative bill overview

HB 1100 establishes mechanisms for Virginia county and city treasurers to place liens on property and garnish wages to collect unpaid taxes and other charges owed to local governments. The bill creates a formal legal process allowing treasurers to recover delinquent amounts through these collection tools, similar to methods used by other creditors.

Why is this important

Local governments depend on tax revenue to fund schools, roads, emergency services, and other essential infrastructure. When taxpayers fail to pay, treasurers currently have limited collection options. This bill would provide treasurers with more effective enforcement tools to recover unpaid obligations, potentially increasing municipal revenue and reducing the burden on compliant taxpayers who effectively subsidize non-payers.

Potential points of contention

  • Wage garnishment equity concerns: Opponents may argue that wage garnishment disproportionately harms low-income taxpayers who have limited ability to absorb reduced paychecks, while wealthy individuals with assets may be harder to collect from
  • Due process protections: Questions about what notice and hearing requirements apply before liens or garnishments can be imposed, and whether taxpayers have adequate opportunity to challenge disputed amounts
  • Scope of "charges": Ambiguity over what qualifies as collectible "charges" beyond property taxes—unclear if this includes fees, penalties, or other local government assessments, potentially expanding treasurers' collection authority significantly

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

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