Why 3/5: The bill removes barriers to small-scale clean energy adoption, with some provisions taking effect in 2027.
This bill makes it easier for Virginians to use small portable solar devices by preventing local governments from prohibiting them and stopping utilities from imposing fees or interconnection requirements. It also allows tenants to install these devices, expanding access to clean energy generation across the state.
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Passed by for the day
Third reading
Read third time
Substitute adopted
committee substitute agreed to
Substitute adopted
Engrossed by House - committee substitute
Passed a chamber
Passed House with substitute (96-Y 0-N 0-A)
Substitute adopted
House substitute agreed to by Senate (29-Y 11-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB250)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB250ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
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Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB250)
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by Senate