Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

SB740 — Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Act; fund and council established, report.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House of Delegates
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 2 recorded votes so far.

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In plain language

Establishes a fund and council for breakthrough therapies aimed at preventing veteran suicide.

The bill creates a designated fund and a council to explore and recommend innovative therapies for preventing suicide among veterans. It also requires a report on the effectiveness of these therapies.

What this means for you
  • Veterans: This means there will be more focus and funding on innovative treatment options to support your mental health and well-being.

Summary

Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Act; fund and council established, report.

Bill Text

We don't have the full text on file for this bill yet.

Read SB740 on the official Virginia source →

Action History

  1. S Continued to next session in Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)

  2. S Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB740)

  3. S Rereferred to Finance and Appropriations

  4. S Reported from Education and Health and rereferred to Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)

  5. S Assigned Education sub: Health

  6. S Unanimous consent to introduce

  7. S Referred to Committee on Education and Health

  8. S Presented and ordered printed 26100205D

Sponsors

  • Jones · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Jones

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

147 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"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.

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Votes

Continued to next session in Finance and Appropriations

Passed 15 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 15000
Total 15000
% of votes cast 100%0%0%0%
How each member voted (15)
Member Party Vote
Aaron R. Rouse — Yea
Adam P. Ebbin — Yea
Barbara A. Favola — Yea
Bryce E. Reeves — Yea
David W. Marsden — Yea
Jennifer B. Boysko — Yea
Jeremy S. McPike — Yea
L. Louise Lucas — Yea
Mamie E. Locke — Yea
Mark D. Obenshain — Yea
R. Creigh Deeds — Yea
Richard H. Stuart — Yea
Ryan T. McDougle — Yea
Scott A. Surovell — Yea
Todd E. Pillion — Yea

Official roll call →

Reported from Education and Health and rereferred to Finance and Appropriations

Passed 15 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 15000
Total 15000
% of votes cast 100%0%0%0%
How each member voted (15)
Member Party Vote
Barbara A. Favola — Yea
Christie New Craig — Yea
Christopher T. Head — Yea
David R. Suetterlein — Yea
Jennifer B. Boysko — Yea
L. Louise Lucas — Yea
Lamont Bagby — Yea
Lashrecse D. Aird — Yea
Mamie E. Locke — Yea
Mark J. Peake — Yea
Russet Perry — Yea
Schuyler T. VanValkenburg — Yea
Stella G. Pekarsky — Yea
Tara A. Durant — Yea
Todd E. Pillion — Yea

Official roll call →

Subjects

veterans healthcare
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB740 do?
Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Act; fund and council established, report.
Who sponsors SB740?
SB740 is sponsored by Jones.
What is the current status of SB740?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB740?
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