Rob Bell

Rob Bell is the Deputy Attorney General for Health, Education, and Social Services (HESS) in the Commonwealth of Virginia, having joined the office on September 18, 2023. He was appointed by Attorney General Jason Miyares after Bell announced he would not seek re-election to the Virginia House of Delegates, where he had served since 2001.123

Background

Before his tenure in the House of Delegates, Bell worked as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney in Orange County. During his legislative career, he was involved in various committees, including serving as Chair of the Courts of Justice Committee and participating in the Health, Welfare and Institutions Committee, the Education Committee, and the Behavioral Health Commission. His legislative work focused on issues such as mental health, school safety, college sexual assault, and protective orders for special-needs individuals.124

Bell has received multiple accolades for his contributions, including awards from organizations like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He is an honors graduate of the University of Virginia and its Law School, where he served as executive editor of the Virginia Law Review.14

Current Role

In his new role as Deputy Attorney General, Bell aims to leverage his extensive experience in legal and policy issues to serve the citizens of Virginia effectively. Attorney General Miyares expressed confidence in Bell's work ethic and knowledge of Virginia laws, highlighting his commitment to public service.23