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Virginia Bill Mandates Labeling January 6 as 'Violent Attack'

1/15/2026

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Story summary

A Virginia bill, House Bill No. 333, would prohibit describing the January 6, 2021 riot as a 'peaceful protest'.
If teaching occurs, the bill would require labeling it a 'violent attack' on U.S. democracy.
The bill does not require teaching about January 6.
It sets strict guidelines if schools cover the event.
Delegate Dan Helmer (D-Va.) argues the measure protects historical accuracy and notes he proposed barring riot-related offenders from office.

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Story summary

A Virginia bill, House Bill No. 333, would prohibit describing the January 6, 2021 riot as a 'peaceful protest'.
If teaching occurs, the bill would require labeling it a 'violent attack' on U.S. democracy.
The bill does not require teaching about January 6.
It sets strict guidelines if schools cover the event.
Delegate Dan Helmer (D-Va.) argues the measure protects historical accuracy and notes he proposed barring riot-related offenders from office.