HB 1473·VA·house
Higher educational institutions, public; restrictions on student speech, limitations.
In CommitteeFiled Jan 23, 2026
Sponsor: Schmidt
Latest Action
Continued from last session
Jul 21, 2026
Summary
The bill defines the criteria a public college must meet before it can limit the time, place, or manner of student speech in outdoor campus areas. It bans any policies that would infringe on First Amendment rights of students, faculty, or staff. Colleges that impose a restriction must submit a detailed justification to the Senate and House education committees within 45 days.
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