Why 3/5: Establishes a long-term program with implementation deadlines several years in the future.
The bill establishes a Smart Solar Permitting Platform to automate and streamline the process for obtaining permits for residential solar energy systems. This operational change aims to make it easier and faster for Virginia residents to install solar panels, thereby accelerating the adoption of clean energy.
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Conferees appointed by Senate
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Senate Conferees: Surovell, Boysko, Peake
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (22-Y 17-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (64-Y 33-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB590)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB590ER)
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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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 Department of Planning and Budget (HB590)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 633 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0633)