Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1211: Income tax, state; first-time homebuyer tax credit.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1211 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Income tax, state; first-time homebuyer tax credit. Primary sponsor: Briana Sewell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Finance.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Individual income tax; first-time homebuyer tax credit. Creates a one-time, nonrefundable individual income tax credit in taxable years 2026 through 2030 for the purchase of a principal residence by a first-time homebuyer, as such terms are defined in the bill, in an amount equal to $5,000. The bill requires that any credits be repaid if the principal residence is sold or no longer serves as the first-time homebuyer's principal residence within three years from the purchase date of such property.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briana Sewell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left in Finance
- Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 3-N)
- Fiscal Impact statement From TAX (1/28/2026 9:17 am)
- Referred to Committee on Finance
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26105125D