Karen Hamilton
Republican
Voting Unity: Republican Caucus
HB1188
Virginia Boys and Men Advisory Commission; established, report, sunset provision.
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01/30/2026 - House: Engrossed by House - committee substitute
02/02/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (94-Y 4-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1237
Cemeteries; maintenance of abandoned or neglected graveyards, owner unknown.
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02/04/2026 - House: Reconsideration of passage agreed to by House
02/04/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House Block Vote (97-Y 1-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1279
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties.
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02/04/2026 - House: Engrossed by House as amended
02/05/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (60-Y 36-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
No
HB1289
Geologists; added to definition of "professional services," continuing education.
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02/06/2026 - House: Engrossed by House - committee substitute
02/09/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (95-Y 3-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1291
Geologists; regulations, exemptions.
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02/06/2026 - House: Read second time and engrossed
02/09/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (95-Y 1-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1305
Regulatory boards; powers and duties, disciplinary action, dismissal.
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02/06/2026 - House: Read second time and engrossed
02/09/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (94-Y 4-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1308
Virginia Public Procurement Act; adds to definition of professional services.
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02/03/2026 - House: Read second time and engrossed
02/04/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (97-Y 1-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
Yes
HB1377
Virginia Military Institute; establishing a task force to examine higher education at the Institute.
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02/04/2026 - House: Engrossed by House - committee substitute as amended
02/05/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (71-Y 24-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
No
HB1395
Loitering; curfew for minors, age restrictions on trick-or-treating, effective clause.
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02/05/2026 - House: Engrossed by House as amended
02/06/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (67-Y 30-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
No
HB1404
Local government; appointment of youth representative.
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02/04/2026 - House: Read second time and engrossed
02/05/2026 - House: Read third time and passed House (65-Y 33-N 0-A)Karen Hamilton:
No
VPAP's unity score should not be interpreted as a partisan litmus test. For instance, Republicans who more often split from caucus does not necessarily mean they are less conservative than peers. It could mean they are more conservative. A nuanced reading of bills involved is needed to reach any conclusions.