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Virginia's Law: Expanding Civil Justice for Victims of Sexual Abuse and Trafficking

This bill allows victims of sexual abuse and human trafficking to sue perpetrators and those who profit from these crimes for financial damages. It removes time limits for filing lawsuits in the most serious cases, ensuring victims can seek justice regardless of how much time has passed.
Key points
Victims can sue for damages and legal fees against perpetrators or those who knowingly benefit from the crime.
Elimination of the statute of limitations for the most severe sexual abuse and human trafficking offenses.
A one-year 'look back' window to file lawsuits for claims that were previously barred by time limits.
Civil lawsuits will be paused while related criminal investigations or trials are ongoing.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7467
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2026-02-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Virginia’s Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7467.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Victims can sue for damages and legal fees against perpetrators or those who knowingly benefit from the crime.
  • Elimination of the statute of limitations for the most severe sexual abuse and human trafficking offenses.
  • A one-year 'look back' window to file lawsuits for claims that were previously barred by time limits.
  • Civil lawsuits will be paused while related criminal investigations or trials are ongoing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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