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VA HB367
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Paul Krizek
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AI Summary
- Requires Virginia state agencies to consult with federally recognized tribes before issuing permits that may impact environmental, cultural, or historic resources in designated localities
- Expands the types of permits requiring tribal consultation to include air emissions permits, water withdrawal permits, Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, and transportation projects
- Places the burden on state agencies to demonstrate good faith efforts to elicit meaningful and timely feedback from tribes during consultations
- Requires the Ombudsman for Tribal Consultation to provide annual training to state personnel who communicate with tribes and submit annual reports on consultation activities
- Authorizes the Ombudsman to recommend circumstances where tribal consent should be required for certain permit issuances
Legislative Description
Consultation with federally recognized tribes; permits and reviews, etc.
Last Action
Left in Committee Appropriations
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations1/26/2026
General Laws: ABC/Gaming1/19/2026
General Laws1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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