Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 679: Regulatory Management, Office of; established.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 679 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regulatory Management, Office of; established. Primary sponsor: Chris Head (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Office of Regulatory Management established. Codifies the Office of Regulatory Management in the Office of the Governor. The purpose of the Office is to review all regulations and guidance documents issued by executive branch agencies prior to such regulation or document being finalized and to provide guidelines for agencies to follow when engaging in regulatory activities. Currently, the Office of Regulatory Management operates within the Office of the Governor pursuant to Executive Order 19 (2022).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Head | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N)
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB679)
- Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101960D