Correctional Services - Private Detention Facilities - Zoning Requirement

Prohibiting the State or a unit of local government from approving the construction or operation of a building, structure, or other real property for use as a detention facility by a private entity; establishing that a building, structure, or other real property is considered proposed for use as a detention facility, regardless of how the use is descried in an application or permit request under certain circumstances; establishing a certain penalty; authorizing the Attorney General to bring a civil action to enforce the Act; etc.

Status

Passed

Signed or otherwise enacted

Status date

Apr 28, 2026

198 days ago

Current chamber

House of Delegates

Session

2026 Regular Session