HB1511
Fatherhood Initiative; fatherhood needs assessment, etc.
Status:
In House
Latest Action:
Feb. 5, 2026
House: Subcommittee recommends reporting with substitute and referring to Appropriations
Chief Patron:
Michael Feggans (D)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Fatherhood Initiative
; fatherhood needs assessment; Fatherhood Initiative Grants Program and Fund established. Requires the Virginia Department of Social Services to develop and implement the Fatherhood Initiative for the purpose of focusing on the recognition of fathers as essential partners in child and family well-being, addressing a critical gap in family support ... (More) services, and promoting positive father involvement linked to improved maternal, child, and family outcomes. Under the bill, each local board of social services shall undertake a needs assessment to ensure that the local department of social services is addressing the unique needs of the fathers of children served by the local department. The bill also establishes the Fatherhood Initiative Grants Program and Fund, which awards grants to community-based organizations to address the needs of fathers. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/23/2026 - House: Presented and ordered printed 26105747D
- 01/23/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
- 01/30/2026 - House: Assigned sub: Social Services
- 02/04/2026 - House: Placed on Health and Human Services Agenda
- 02/05/2026 - House: House subcommittee offered
- 02/05/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends reporting with substitute and referring to Appropriations
