Elections; candidates and elected officials, confidentiality of personally identifiable information.

This legislation strengthens privacy protections for individuals seeking or holding public office in Virginia. It allows candidates and elected officials to request that their home addresses be removed from public view on official government election documents. By granting this confidentiality, the bill aims to shield public servants and their families from potential harassment, stalking, or intimidation. Supporters argue that this measure is essential for ensuring that people from all backgrounds—including those who may feel vulnerable—feel safe enough to run for local and state positions. The bill does not change the eligibility requirements to run for office, but it creates a legal process for keeping residential information private, ultimately intended to protect the safety of those serving the community.