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VA HB1184

VA HB1184
Electric utilities; retirement of certain electric generating units.


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Regular Session

Bill Summary

Electric utilities; retirement of certain electric generating units. Provides that, for the required retirement by December 31, 2045, of electric generating units that emit carbon as a by-product of combusting fuel to generate electricity, exceptions to such requirement include natural gas electric generating units with carbon capture capability and emissions-positive electric generating units. Under the bill, "emissions-positive generating unit" means an electric generating unit that produces a net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by either preventing, capturing, or collecting such emissions from fuel combustion.

AI Summary

This bill modifies existing law regarding the retirement of electric generating units that emit carbon. Specifically, it provides exceptions to the requirement that these units must be retired by December 31, 2045. The exceptions include natural gas electric generating units that have the capability to capture carbon emissions and "emissions-positive generating units." An emissions-positive generating unit is defined as a unit that achieves a net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, measured in carbon dioxide equivalent, by either preventing, capturing, or collecting emissions from fuel combustion. This change aims to allow for certain types of cleaner natural gas power plants and innovative emission-reducing technologies to continue operating beyond the original deadline.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (32)

Last Action

Left in Labor and Commerce (on 02/18/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1184
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (HB1184) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1096315.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1184/text/HB1184
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