Why 3/5: Establishes a new program to facilitate solar energy development, which is a long-term positive impact on clean energy goals.
The bill establishes a grant program to help public bodies reduce costs associated with connecting solar facilities to the electric grid. This program aims to accelerate solar energy adoption in Virginia by making it more affordable for public entities to develop solar projects.
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Passed by for the day (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
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Commerce and Labor Substitute agreed to
Substitute adopted
Engrossed by Senate - committee substitute
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate with substitute (26-Y 14-N 0-A)
Substitute adopted
Senate substitute agreed to by House (81-Y 13-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB683ER)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB683)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 14, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 659 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0659)