Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 261: Real property; tax classification of land and improvements in City of Newport News.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 261 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Real property; tax classification of land and improvements in City of Newport News. Primary sponsor: Shelly Simonds (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Incorporated by Finance (HB282-Callsen) (Voice Vote).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Real property tax; classification of land and improvements; City of Newport News. Authorizes the City of Newport News to levy a tax on the improvements to real property at a different rate than the tax imposed upon the land on which it is located. The rate levied on the improvements to real property shall not be zero and shall not exceed the rate of tax on the land on which it is located. This bill was incorporated into HB 282.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelly Simonds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Incorporated by Finance (HB282-Callsen) (Voice Vote)
- Subcommittee recommends reporting (9-Y 1-N)
- Fiscal Impact statement From TAX (1/18/2026 8:26 pm)
- Assigned HFIN sub: Subcommittee #2
- Referred to Committee on Finance
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103321D