Why 3/5: The bill modifies renewable portfolio standard requirements for alternative electricity suppliers, impacting Virginia's clean energy transition.
This bill ensures that alternative electricity suppliers serving large businesses in Virginia must meet renewable energy standards. It expands options for businesses with high electricity demand to choose their power provider while maintaining the state's clean energy goals.
First reading
Read first time
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Labor and Commerce
Cleared committee
Reported from Labor and Commerce (18-Y 3-N)
Second reading
Read second time
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed House (97-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB818ER)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
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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 (SB818)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 708 (effective 7/1/2026)
Update
Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0708)