Why 3/5: The bill directs utilities to begin assessments and pilot programs now, with results to be incorporated into 2027 plans.
Virginia's major electric utilities will undertake comprehensive assessments and launch pilot programs to better connect solar and energy storage projects to the grid. This initiative aims to accelerate the integration of clean energy resources by utilizing surplus interconnection service.
Cleared committee
Reported from Commerce and Labor (8-Y 5-N 1-A)
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Rules suspended
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Constitutional reading dispensed Block Vote (on 2nd reading) (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (22-Y 17-N 1-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (HB1065)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1065ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (HB1065)
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Line-item veto
Governor's recommendation received by House