HB1482

Law-enforcement officers; restrictions on wearing of facial coverings, exceptions, penalty.

Complete·5/20/26

Virginia HB1482 restricts law-enforcement officers from wearing facial coverings during official duties, with exceptions, and allows injured parties.

Virginia HB1482 prohibits law-enforcement officers from wearing facial coverings while performing their duties, except under specific conditions such as medical protection, hazardous environments, or safety gear. Violators face misdemeanor charges. Injured parties can sue for damages, with certain liability limits waived. The law defines "facial covering" and "law-enforcement officer" and mandates visible identification for officers.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

62 Yea

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35 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

9:30 AM

Senate Finance and Appropriations Hearing

Feb 25

7:00 PM

Senate Courts of Justice Hearing

History

May 20

Approved by Governor-Chapter 1131 (effective 7/1/2026)

May 20

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP1131)

Apr 23

House

Passed by for the day