Why 2/5: This bill initiates a study, which is a preparatory step for future action rather than an immediate policy change or direct impact.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation will undertake a study to identify methods for mitigating flooding in Prince Edward County. This operational change will focus on the Appomattox River and its tributaries to enhance flood resilience for Farmville and surrounding areas.
Filed
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26100864D
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Rules
Update
Senate committee offered
Deferral
Passed by indefinitely in Rules (Voice Vote)
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Summarized from the official bill text (“Flooding in Prince Edward County; Depart. of Conservation & Recreation to study methods to mitigate.”) · Read the actual bill →