Why 2/5: The initial deadlines for utility petitions and SCC evaluation are over two years away.
Virginia's two largest electric utilities will be required to propose pilot programs for solar energy, energy storage, and energy conservation specifically for low-income, elderly, and disabled customers. The State Corporation Commission will also evaluate and potentially mandate broader energy efficiency programs from these utilities, aiming to reduce overall energy consumption and promote cleaner sources.
Second reading
Read second time
Third reading
Read third time
Substitute adopted
committee substitute agreed to
Substitute adopted
Engrossed by House - committee substitute
Passed a chamber
Passed House with substitute (67-Y 29-N 0-A)
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB327)
Substitute adopted
House substitute agreed to by Senate (20-Y 20-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB327ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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
Update
Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB327)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 728 (effective 7/1/2026)