Law-enforcement agencies, local; body-worn camera systems.
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HB 246 — Law-enforcement agencies, local; body-worn camera systems.
Last action — Approved by Governor-Chapter 123 (effective 7/1/20)
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 30, 2019. Enacted.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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1 sponsor
1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 6 recorded votes so far.
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Summary
Local law-enforcement agencies; body-worn camera systems. Requires localities to adopt and establish a written policy for the operation of a body-worn camera system, as defined in the bill, that follows identified best practices and is consistent with Virginia law and regulations, using as guidance the model policy established by the Department of Criminal Justice Services prior to purchasing or deploying a body-worn camera system. The bill also requires localities to make such policy available for public comment and review prior to its adoption. The bill requires the Department to establish a model policy for the operation of body-worn camera systems and the storage and maintenance of body-worn camera system records.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
50 added · 44 removedPlain-language change summary
The recent amendments to HB 246 include the addition of multiple legislative session titles and details regarding oversight of information related to law enforcement training and operations. Significant changes encompass clarifying the role of the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority in assisting law enforcement regarding alcohol-related inquiries. These updates are important as they enhance the regulation of information handling and improve training for law enforcement, aiming to foster accountability and sensitivity in their operations.
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SESSION history | hilite | pdf | print version VIRGINIA ACTS OF ASSEMBLY -- CHAPTER 123 An Act to amend and reenact § 9.1-102 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 1 of Chapter 17 of Title 15.2 a section numbered 15.2-1723.1, relating to local law-enforcement agencies;
[H 246] Approved March 4, 2020 Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
Action History
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Approved by Governor-Chapter 123 (effective 7/1/20)
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Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 4, 2020
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Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on February 26, 2020
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Signed by President
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Signed by Speaker
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Impact statement from DPB (HB246ER)
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Enrolled
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Passed Senate (36-Y 3-N)
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Read third time
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Constitutional reading dispensed (38-Y 0-N)
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Reported from Judiciary (14-Y 1-N)
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Impact statement from DPB (HB246)
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Referred to Committee on the Judiciary
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Constitutional reading dispensed
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VOTE: Passage (62-Y 38-N)
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Read third time and passed House (62-Y 38-N)
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Read second time and engrossed
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Read first time
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Reported from Public Safety (14-Y 8-N)
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Subcommittee recommends reporting (5-Y 2-N)
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Assigned PS sub: Public Safety
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Referred to Committee on Public Safety
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Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/08/20 20100997D
Sponsors
- Mark H. Levine · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on · 39 voted No
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (147)
147 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 147 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 36 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 36 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 90% | 8% | 0% | 3% |
How each member voted (40)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 38 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 38 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| % of votes cast | 95% | 0% | 0% | 5% |
How each member voted (40)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 93% | 7% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (15)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| McClellan, Jennifer L. | — | Yea |
| Chafin, A. Benton "Ben" | — | Yea |
| Morrissey, Joseph D. | — | Yea |
| Edwards, John S. | — | Yea |
| Jennifer B. Boysko | — | Yea |
| L. Louise Lucas | — | Yea |
| Mark D. Obenshain | — | Nay |
| Norment, Thomas K., Jr. | — | Yea |
| Petersen, J. Chapman | — | Yea |
| R. Creigh Deeds | — | Yea |
| Richard H. Stuart | — | Yea |
| Ryan T. McDougle | — | Yea |
| Saslaw, Richard L. | — | Yea |
| Scott A. Surovell | — | Yea |
| William M. Stanley, Jr. | — | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 61 | 38 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 61 | 38 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 62% | 38% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (99)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 14 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 14 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 64% | 36% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (22)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Bourne, Jeffrey M. | — | Yea |
| Plum, Kenneth R. | — | Yea |
| Kory, Kaye | — | Yea |
| Levine, Mark H. | — | Yea |
| Jenkins, Clinton L. | — | Yea |
| Robinson, Roxann L. | — | Nay |
| Fariss, C. Matthew | — | Nay |
| Rush, Nick | — | Nay |
| Campbell, Ronnie R. | — | Nay |
| Coyner, Carrie E. | — | Nay |
| Batten, Amanda E. | — | Nay |
| Alfonso H. Lopez | — | Yea |
| Dan I. Helmer | — | Yea |
| Jennifer D. Carroll Foy | — | Yea |
| Joshua G. Cole | — | Yea |
| Marcia S. "Cia" Price | — | Yea |
| Patrick A. Hope | — | Yea |
| Sam Rasoul | — | Yea |
| Shelly A. Simonds | — | Yea |
| Thomas C. Wright, Jr. | — | Nay |
| Tony O. Wilt | — | Nay |
| Will Davis | — | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| % of votes cast | 56% | 22% | 0% | 22% |
How each member voted (9)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Levine, Mark H. | — | Yea |
| Kory, Kaye | — | Yea |
| Robinson, Roxann L. | — | Not Voting |
| Campbell, Ronnie R. | — | Nay |
| Joshua G. Cole | — | Yea |
| Patrick A. Hope | — | Yea |
| Sam Rasoul | — | Not Voting |
| Shelly A. Simonds | — | Yea |
| Tony O. Wilt | — | Nay |
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 246 do?
- Local law-enforcement agencies; body-worn camera systems. Requires localities to adopt and establish a written policy for the operation of a body-worn camera system, as defined in the bill, that follows identified best practices and is consistent with Virginia law and regulations, using as guidance the model policy established by the Department of Criminal Justice Services prior to purchasing or deploying a body-worn camera system. The bill also requires localities to make such policy available for public comment and review prior to its adoption. The bill requires the Department to establish a model policy for the operation of body-worn camera systems and the storage and maintenance of body-worn camera system records.
- Who sponsors HB 246?
- HB 246 is sponsored by Levine, Mark H..
- What is the current status of HB 246?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 30, 2019. Enacted.
- Where can I track HB 246?
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