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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Commission on Electric Utility Regulation; scope and name change. Renames the Commission on Electric Utility Regulation as the Energy Commission of Virginia and amends the purpose of the Commission to monitoring the State Corporation Commission's regulation of electric utilities and natural gas utilities and examining issues related to the production, transmission, distribution, storage, and use of energy in the Commonwealth. The powers and duties are similarly amended by adding the authority to (i) act in an advisory capacity to the General Assembly on energy-related matters, (ii) consult with applicable state agencies on matters regarding energy efficiency and conservation, and (iii) coordinate its efforts with other existing boards and authorities relating to energy research and development. The bill also eliminates the Virginia Coal and Energy Commission. As introduced, this bill was a recommendation of the Commission on Electric Utility Regulation.
AI Summary
This bill renames the Commission on Electric Utility Regulation to the Energy Commission of Virginia and expands its responsibilities to include monitoring the State Corporation Commission's regulation of electric and natural gas utilities, as well as examining energy production, transmission, distribution, storage, and use in the Commonwealth. The Commission will now also advise the General Assembly on energy matters, consult with state agencies on energy efficiency and conservation, and coordinate with other energy research and development entities. Additionally, the bill eliminates the Virginia Coal and Energy Commission.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Rules (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB515 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB515) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1135219.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB515/text/SB515S1 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB515) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1093652.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB515/text/SB515 |
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