VA·Bill·2026 Regular Session
SB457
Electric utilities; renewable energy portfolio standard eligible sources, etc.
Introduced 2026-01-13Last action 2026-02-12 — Passed by indefinitely in Commerce and Labor (9-Y 6-N)Committee Commerce and Labor
Sponsor
Bill DeStephR
Cosponsors
Luther Cifers(R)Christie New Craig(R)Timmy French(R)Travis Hackworth(R)Emily Brewer(R)Ryan McDougle(R)Tammy Brankley Mulchi(R)Mark Obenshain(R)Mark Peake(R)Todd Pillion(R)Bryce Reeves(R)William Stanley(R)Richard Stuart(R)Glen Sturtevant(R)
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Died in Senate committee
The 2026 Regular Session ended on 2026-03-14. This bill was introduced when the session adjourned and did not advance to enactment.
Legislative Progress
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Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
This bill would expand Virginia's renewable energy portfolio standard to include nuclear power plants as eligible energy sources. The legislation defines zero-carbon electricity generating nuclear facilities located within the Commonwealth as qualifying sources under the state's renewable energy requirements. By adding nuclear energy to the list of acceptable sources, the bill aims to increase utility compliance options while leveraging nuclear power's zero-carbon generation characteristics.
Bill history
- 2026-01-13 · SenatePrefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102224D
- 2026-01-13 · SenateReferred to Committee on Commerce and Labor
- 2026-01-25 · SenateFiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB457)
- 2026-02-12 · SenateSenate committee offered
- 2026-02-12 · SenatePassed by indefinitely in Commerce and Labor (9-Y 6-N)
Full Bill Text
https://legiscan.com/VA/bill/SB457/2026