Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB143 — Surplus real property; prioritization of disposition for affordable and middle-income housing.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

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In plain language

The bill prioritizes the sale of surplus real property for affordable and middle-income housing.

This bill aims to prioritize the disposition of surplus real property specifically for the development of affordable and middle-income housing. It seeks to ensure that available properties are directed toward housing solutions that serve lower and middle-income residents.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This could lead to enhanced access to affordable housing for workers, impacting their living conditions.
  • Families: This means more opportunities for affordable housing options for families in need.
  • Small Business: There may be indirect benefits as increased affordable housing can lead to more local customer bases.

Summary

Surplus real property; prioritization of disposition for affordable and middle-income housing.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. H Continued to next session in General Laws (Voice Vote)

  2. H Placed on General Laws Agenda

  3. H Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)

  4. H Placed on General Laws Agenda

  5. H Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB143)

  6. H Assigned HGL sub: Procurement/Open Government

  7. H Referred to Committee on General Laws

  8. H Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103674D

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

147 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

housing
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB143 do?
Surplus real property; prioritization of disposition for affordable and middle-income housing.
Who sponsors HB143?
HB143 is sponsored by Debra D. Gardner.
What is the current status of HB143?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 05, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB143?
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