Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1048: Menhaden reduction fishing; Marine Resources Commission to prohibit in the Chesapeake Bay.

In committee Last action February 18, 2026: Left in Committee Agriculture Chesapeake and Natural Resources

Plain-language summary

HB 1048 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Menhaden reduction fishing; Marine Resources Commission to prohibit in the Chesapeake Bay. Primary sponsor: Betsy Carr (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Agriculture Chesapeake and Natural Resources.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Betsy Carr (Democratic).