Why 3/5: The bill creates the legal framework for a direct tax increase on STRs in a specific locality, which could be implemented in the near future.
Short-term rental hosts in Arlington County may face an additional transient occupancy tax of up to one percent if the county chooses to implement it. This bill grants Arlington County the authority to impose this new tax, potentially increasing the cost for guests and the amount hosts must collect and remit.
Referred to committee
Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns
Update
Fiscal Impact statement From TAX (2/17/2026 4:12 pm)
Cleared committee
Reported from Counties, Cities and Towns (16-Y 5-N)
Second reading
Read second time
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed House (67-Y 30-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB314ER)
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 TAX (3/11/2026 3:20 pm)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 163 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0163)