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VA HB1415

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Charlie Schmidt

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires multifamily residential housing developments receiving public funds under Title 36 to allow occupants to keep at least one common household pet (dogs, cats, birds, rodents including rabbits, fish, or turtles)

  • Prohibits publicly-funded housing developments from restricting pets based on breed or establishing weight limits below 65 pounds per animal

  • Defines "common household pet" to exclude reptiles other than turtles and excludes aged care facilities from the multifamily housing requirements

  • Mandates landlords disclose pet policies in writing to prospective tenants before collecting any payment or personal information during the rental application process

  • Preserves local authority over public health, animal control, and animal cruelty regulations, and does not affect reasonable accommodation requirements

Legislative Description

Va. Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; public funding for multifamily residential housing, etc.

Last Action

Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (14-Y 1-N)

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

General Laws and Technology: Housing2/25/2026
General Laws and Technology2/18/2026
General Laws: Housing/Consumer Protection1/27/2026
General Laws1/22/2026

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