Virginia · HB971 · 2026 session
College student-athletes; biometric data, protections and limitations.
EnactedActs of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0247) · Apr 6, 2026
In plain language
Prohibits Virginia colleges and universities from disclosing a student-athlete's biometric data to outside parties without the athlete's prior written consent. The bill also bars any entity from conditioning a name, image, and likeness contract on access to the student-athlete's biometric data without separate written consent.
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Legislative history
27 actions · newest first- Apr 6, 2026—Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0247)
- Apr 6, 2026—Approved by Governor-Chapter 247 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Mar 25, 2026—Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Mar 25, 2026HouseEnrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 25, 2026
- Mar 16, 2026HouseFiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB971)
- Mar 14, 2026SenateSigned by President