Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 581: Fairfax, City of; amending charter, elections, compensation for members of boards or commissions.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 581 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Fairfax, City of; amending charter, elections, compensation for members of boards or commissions. Primary sponsor: Saddam Salim (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 6, 2026): Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0303).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Charter; City of Fairfax; financial powers; elections; compensation for members of boards or commissions. Amends the charter for the City of Fairfax by replacing a cap on the transient occupancy tax with a reference to general law. The bill also amends the charter to align it with current law requiring municipal elections to be held at the November general election. Finally, the bill removes the limit of $50 per meeting for compensation of members of boards and commissions and provides that such compensation is in such amounts as established by the City Council. This bill is identical to HB 1342.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saddam Salim | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
“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 (CHAP0303)
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 303 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
- Signed by President
- Signed by Speaker
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB581ER)
- Enrolled
- Conference report agreed to by Senate (28-Y 12-N 0-A)
- Conference report agreed to by House (92-Y 6-N 0-A)
- Conference Report released
- House Conferees: Bulova, Shin, McNamara
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