- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Feb 10, 2026
What it does
The bill, titled "Virginia's Law," would amend federal criminal statutes to allow victims of certain sexual abuse, trafficking, and forced labor crimes to file civil lawsuits against perpetrators or those who financially benefit from the crimes, including the elimination of statutes of limitations for civil actions related to specific offenses such as rape, sexual abuse of a minor, sex trafficking, and forced labor. It applies to victims of violations under chapters 109A (sexual abuse), 117 (transportation for illegal sexual activity), and section 1595 (forced labor) of Title 18 of the U.S. Code, allowing them to recover damages and attorney’s fees in federal district courts. The bill also…
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.