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Bill DeSteph
VA Senate District 20
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Issue areas
Derived from issue-tagged bills they sponsored and stated positions — each links to the underlying record. AI-derived tags
Criminal Justice & Policing 8Healthcare 7Government Operations & Budget 5Transportation & Infrastructure 5Economy & Taxes 4Education 4Environment & Energy 4Gun Policy 3Civil Rights & Liberties 2Veterans Affairs 2Defense & Military 1Labor & Employment 1Social Services & Welfare 1Technology & Privacy 1
Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA Senate District 20 current
Virginia |
Republican | Jan 10, 2024 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
| VA Senate District 8
Virginia |
Republican | Jan 13, 2016 | Jan 8, 2024 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (4 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR 2001 — 2026 Special Session I operating resolution. | Yea | Apr 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 2012 — Celebrating the life of the Honorable Marian Van Landingham. | Yea | Apr 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 2002 — Commending the John Handley High School boys' basketball team. | Yea | Apr 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SR 2001 — 2026 Special Session I operating resolution. | Yea | Apr 23, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (31 as lead sponsor)
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SB 1492
VA · —
Firearm or explosive material; carrying within Capitol Square and the surrounding area, exceptions.
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SB 1168
VA · —
Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Act; regulations, effective date.
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SJ 308
VA · —
Commending Operation Smile.
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SB 905
VA · —
Fire marshals; police powers, training requirements.
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SB 1082
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Veterans Services, Dept. of; hospitals that furnish comprehensive treatment program for veterans.
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SB 924
VA · —
Military spouses; burial fees.
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SB 1179
VA · —
Education improvement scholarships; tax credit, student with disability and early education program.
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SB 1290
VA · —
School Choice Educational Savings Accounts; permits parents of qualified students to apply.
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SB 1006
VA · —
Associate physicians; licensure and practice.
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SB 1009
VA · —
Pedestrian control signals; applicability to persons riding bicycles and other devices.
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