Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1491: Electric utilities; construction of new overhead transmission lines, siting requirements.

Enacted Last action April 13, 2026: Approved by Governor-Chapter 866 (effective 7/1/2026)

Plain-language summary

HB 1491 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Electric utilities; construction of new overhead transmission lines, siting requirements. Primary sponsor: J.J. Singh (Democratic). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Approved by Governor-Chapter 866 (effective 7/1/2026).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: J.J. Singh (Democratic). 8 co-sponsors.