Virginia Health Care Protection Act; established, prohibition on extradition for certain crimes.
What changed between versions
Added a new section prohibiting the Governor from extraditing individuals charged with crimes related to protected health care activity unless the act is also a crime in Virginia.
Added a requirement that extradition demands must include an attestation proving the accused was physically present in the demanding state at the time of the alleged offense.
Added a prohibition on law enforcement officers within Virginia from investigating, arresting, or detaining individuals for activities that constitute protected health care.
Modified the investigation timeline for extradition cases involving health care activities to require a minimum of 365 calendar days before the Governor acts.
Added a new definition for 'abusive litigation' to include lawsuits intended to punish lawful medical care provided in Virginia.
Modified the fiscal impact statement to indicate that the necessary appropriation amount cannot be determined.