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Raylee’s Law Fails Again: Advocates Vow to Reintroduce

3/17/2026

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The House of Delegates failed to pass Raylee’s Law before the session's midnight deadline.
Senate Education Chairwoman Amy Grady criticized the Legislature for defending child abusers.
Del. Shawn Fluharty expressed frustration over the House's delay in voting.
Sen. Ryan Weld vowed to reintroduce the measure in 2027 to protect children.
The law is named after Raylee Browning, an abuse victim.

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The House of Delegates failed to pass Raylee’s Law before the session's midnight deadline.
Senate Education Chairwoman Amy Grady criticized the Legislature for defending child abusers.
Del. Shawn Fluharty expressed frustration over the House's delay in voting.
Sen. Ryan Weld vowed to reintroduce the measure in 2027 to protect children.
The law is named after Raylee Browning, an abuse victim.