Why 3/5: While major energy storage targets are long-term, the bill requires near-term actions for developing regulatory frameworks and evaluating technology.
This bill mandates a substantial increase in energy storage capacity for Appalachian Power and Dominion Energy Virginia, with targets reaching tens of thousands of megawatts by 2040-2045. This expansion is crucial for integrating more renewable energy into Virginia's grid, directly supporting climate and clean energy goals.
Third reading
Read third time
Substitute adopted
committee substitute agreed to
Update
Delegate Wilt Floor amendment passed by (64-Y 35-N 0-A)
Substitute adopted
Engrossed by House - committee substitute
Passed a chamber
Passed House with substitute (66-Y 33-N 0-A)
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB448)
Substitute adopted
House substitute agreed to by Senate (21-Y 19-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB448ER)
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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
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB448)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 695 (effective 7/1/2026)