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HB 179 Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Virginia Fleet Modernization Advisory Council; established, report, sunset.

Summary
Virginia Fleet Modernization Advisory Council; established; report. Establishes the Virginia Fleet Modernization Advisory Council to coordinate cost-effective, resilient, and decarbonization-aligned strategies for public and private fleet modernization in the Commonwealth. The bill requires the Council to report annually by the first day of each regular session of the General Assembly to the Governor and the General Assembly regarding its activities and recommendations. The Council has a sunset date of July 1, 2031.
Issues: ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes council for decarbonization-aligned fleet modernization strategies, directly advancing clean energy transition through coordinated infrastructure planning.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes council to develop decarbonization-aligned fleet strategies, directly advancing emissions reduction and environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes council for decarbonization-aligned fleet modernization, promoting sustainable transportation strategies through coordinated public/private fleet upgrades.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 6, 2026 Last action Feb 18, 2026
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Committee
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Feb 18, 2026
Lower · Passed
Left in Committee Rules
lower
Jan 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N)
lower
Jan 22, 2026
Committee
Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
lower
Jan 6, 2026
Committee
Referred to Committee on Rules
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Bonita Anthony
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