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HB1030 - 2026 Regular Session LIS
2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26104807D HOUSE BILL NO. 1030 Offered January 14, 2026 Prefiled January 14, 2026 A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 53.1-136, 53.1-151, 53.1-154, 53.1-154.1, and 53.1-155 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 53.1-151.1, relating to discretionary parole eligibility guidelines.
https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1030/text/HB1030
Federal judge allows Va. inmates rights’ lawsuits to move forward • Virginia Mercury
5:22 News Story A class action lawsuit alleging that the Virginia Department of Corrections has violated its “Step Down” program by arbitrarily keeping people confined solitarily for long periods of time will be allowed to move forward, a federal district judge ruled this week.
https://virginiamercury.com/2026/01/23/federal-judge-allows-va-inmates-rights-lawsuits-to-move-forward/
RD101 (Published 2026) - Status Report on Inmate Transitional and Reentry Services – November 2025
The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) compiles an annual “Status Report on Inmate Transitional and Reentry Services" to report on the efforts of VADOC and 17 other executive agencies to ensure that inmate’s transition smoothly from incarceration into the community. The report is produced per Item 377 of the 2025 Budget Bill ( https://budget.lis.virginia.gov/get/budget/5130/HB1600/): B.
https://rga.lis.virginia.gov/Published/2026/RD101
'Brutal' prison attack: What inmate said after allegedly ...
His family said he was scheduled to be released in 2026. Instead, he was just laid to rest after his 10-year-old son bid the final farewell.
https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/princeo-brooks-prison-death-folo-jan-21-2026As we step into 2026,... - Virginia Department of Corrections Facebook
As we step into 2026, Officer Blowe reflects on what makes his work as a Corrections Officer so purposeful, showing up each day with the opportunity to make a positive difference in someone’s life. See the full episode of All Rise with Director Dotson on VADOC's YouTube page!!
https://www.facebook.com/virginiacorrections/posts/as-we-step-into-2026-officer-blowe-reflects-on-what-makes-his-work-as-a-correcti/1188143293503800/
A federal lawsuit is seeking judicial oversight of the Virginia Department of Corrections
Republishing guidelines by Brandon Jarvis A new lawsuit filed in federal court Friday asks a judge to place the Virginia Department of Corrections under court oversight, arguing that agency leaders have failed to respond to credible threats, mishandled intelligence and punished officers who follow protocol or seek legal counsel.
https://www.virginiascope.com/a-federal-lawsuit-is-seeking-judicial-overwatch-of-the-virginia-department-of-corrections/
Bill Text: VA HB739 2026 Regular Regular Session Introduced LegiScan
Bill Text: VA HB739 | 2026 | Regular Regular Session | Introduced Bill Title: Virginia Parole Board; increases membership, appointment of members, powers and duties. Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1) Status: (Introduced) 2026-01-20 - Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2 [HB739 Detail] Download: Virginia-2026-HB739-Introduced.html 2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26104769D HOUSE BILL NO.
https://legiscan.com/VA/text/HB739/2026
SB218 Virginia 2026 Inmates; Director of Dept. of Corrections, et al., continue accepting application for confinement. - Legislative Tracking PolicyEngage
− Summary Compact Administrator of the Virginia State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision; Director of the Department of Corrections; placement of inmates. Directs the Compact Administrator of the Virginia State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision and the Director of the Department of Corrections to continue accepting and reviewing applications for the confinement of inmates from a state party to the Interstate Corr...
https://trackbill.com/bill/virginia-senate-bill-218-inmates-director-of-dept-of-corrections-et-al-continue-accepting-application-for-confinement/2769118/
ACLU says Virginia prisons continue to miscalculate earned sentence credits WVTF
The ACLU of Virginia claims the state’s corrections department is “over-detaining a significant number of people” as a result of earned sentence credits being improperly applied to individuals’ sentences. The civil rights group — which in a December 17th, 2025, letter asked for the Virginia Department of Corrections to “conform with the law” — has sued VADOC over the issue four times since 2022.
https://www.wvtf.org/news/2026-01-12/aclu-says-virginia-prisons-continue-to-miscalculate-earned-sentence-credits
HB739 - 2026 Regular Session LIS
2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26104769D HOUSE BILL NO. 739 Offered January 14, 2026 Prefiled January 13, 2026 A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-3707.02, 53.1-134, 53.1-136, and 53.1-155 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Parole Board; membership; appointment of members; powers and duties.
https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB739/text/HB739
Virginia prison director Chad Dotson steps down after two years
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia Department of Corrections Director Chad Dotson will step down as Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s term comes to a close, according to the agency. Dotson’s final day with the Virginia Department of Corrections will be Jan. 16, concluding more than two years in leading the state’s corrections system.
https://www.corrections1.com/jail-management/vadoc-director-steps-down-ahead-of-gubernatorial-transition
HB318 - 2026 Regular Session LIS
2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26104539D HOUSE BILL NO. 318 Offered January 14, 2026 Prefiled January 10, 2026 A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-3707.02, 53.1-134, 53.1-136, 53.1-154, 53.1-155, and 53.1-165.1 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 53.1-154.2, relating to Virginia Parole Board; powers and duties; juvenile offenders; parole procedures and considerations.
https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB318/text/HB318
Director at VADOC announces departure
RICHMOND, Va. (WDBJ) - Chadwick Dotson, Director at Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), announced his departure via social media Tuesday, January 13, 2026 amid the transition of Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s administration. Dotson was appointed to the position by Governor Glenn Youngkin in 2023.
https://www.wdbj7.com/2026/01/14/director-vadoc-announces-departure/
VA HB1280 2026 Regular Regular Session LegiScan
VA HB1280 | 2026 | Regular Regular Session Status Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 3) Status: Introduced on January 14 2026 - 25% progression Action: 2026-01-23 - Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2 Pending: House Militia, Police and Public Safety: Subcommittee #2 Committee Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [HTML] Status: Introduced on January 14 2026 - 25% progression Action: 2026-01-23 - Assigned HMPPS sub: Subcommittee #2 Pending: House ...
https://legiscan.com/VA/bill/HB1280/2026
SB222 - 2026 Regular Session LIS
2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26103290D SENATE BILL NO. 222 Offered January 14, 2026 Prefiled January 9, 2026 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. ————— Patron—Jones, M. ————— Referred to Committee on Rehabilitation and Social Services ————— Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia: 1.
https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB222/text/SB222
HB1392 - 2026 Regular Session LIS
2026 SESSION INTRODUCED 26105053D HOUSE BILL NO. 1392 Offered January 21, 2026 A BILL to amend and reenact § 53.1-5 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding sections numbered 18.2-469.1, 53.1-120.1, and 53.1-127.2:1, relating to powers and duties for operation of local and regional correctional facilities and courthouse security; attorney access to courthouses and communication and visitation with incarcerated client...
https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1392/text/HB1392
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Looking for an internship opportunity in 2026? Join us at VADOC! We have an exciting opportunity for college students and high school seniors! Develop your skill set and gain valuable hands-on experience in your field, just like VADOC Human Resource Intern Annalise Zambito. Apply by December 31! https://vadoc.virginia.gov/career-opportunities/...
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