Virginia HB61 - Government Contracting Discrimination (2026)
Virginia HB61 — Government Contracting Discrimination — Bill that bars White male-owned businesses from discretionary state contracts.
Summary
HB61 creates a racial and gender preference system for Virginia state government contracts under $100,000. Under this bill:
- For discretionary contracts under $100K, businesses owned by White men are barred from even being considered unless there is literally no competition
- State agencies may award contracts to women or minority-owned firms that are up to 5% more expensive than a bid from a White male-owned business
Key Details
- Bill Number: HB61
- Session: 2026 Virginia General Assembly
- Category: Government Procurement / Racial Preferences