SB 222 VA
Juvenile offenders; expands eligibility for parole.
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Summary
Virginia Senate Bill 222 would expand parole eligibility for juvenile and youthful offenders. The bill would amend the Virginia Code to broaden the circumstances under which youthful offenders may be considered for parole.
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Official abstract
A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 53.1-136 and 53.1-165.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to parole; eligibility; youthful offenders.
Sponsor (1)
- Michael J. Jones Democratic · primary
Action history (4)
- Jan 9, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103290D · upper
- Jan 9, 2026 Referred to Committee on Rehabilitation and Social Services · upper
- Jan 30, 2026 Continued to next session in Rehabilitation and Social Services (15-Y 0-N) · upper
- Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · upper
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