HB 1497·VA·house
Hampton University; recognition and restoration of status as a land-grant university.
In CommitteeFiled Jan 23, 2026
Sponsor: Ward
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Continued from last session
Jul 21, 2026
Summary
The bill formally recognizes and restores Hampton University as a land‑grant university in Virginia. It creates a Hampton University Land‑Grant Restoration Fund and sets certain requirements for the university to meet. The measure aims to acknowledge the institution’s historic role and provide a mechanism for supporting its land‑grant mission.
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