Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 985: Local land use; authority for decision belongs solely to locality.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 985 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Local land use; authority for decision belongs solely to locality. Primary sponsor: Tom Garrett (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): Stricken from docket by Counties, Cities and Towns (20-Y 1-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Local land use decision authority. Provides that the authority for a locality's planning and land use decisions belongs solely to the locality and shall not be ceded to any state agency or state-sanctioned body.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Garrett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 56 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Stricken from docket by Counties, Cities and Towns (20-Y 1-N)
- Assigned HCCT sub: Subcommittee #3
- Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104248D