Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 466: State Corporation Commission; time frame for completion of certain proceedings.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 466 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: State Corporation Commission; time frame for completion of certain proceedings. Primary sponsor: Laura Jane Cohen (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0148).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
State Corporation Commission; time frame for completion of certain proceedings. Requires the State Corporation Commission to complete proceedings involving an application for a certificate, permit, or approval required for the construction or operation by a public utility of certain transmission lines within nine months following such application, as required by current law for small renewable energy projects. The bill permits the Commission to enlarge such nine-month period for up to 120 days for applications regarding certain transmission lines. This bill is identical to SB 310.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Jane Cohen | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Travis Hackworth | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0148)
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 148 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
- Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (HB466)
- Signed by President
- Signed by Speaker
- Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB466ER)
- Enrolled
- Passed Senate (36-Y 4-N 0-A)
- Read third time
- Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)
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