Why 3/5: Establishes a foundational definition for a renewable energy land-use practice, which can enable future projects and policy development.
This bill defines "agrivoltaics" for small renewable energy projects, which could facilitate the development of solar installations that integrate agricultural uses. This new definition aims to encourage more efficient land use by allowing both food production and clean energy generation on the same land.
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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
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Passed by for the day
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (28-Y 12-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB508ER)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB508)
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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
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 156 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0156)