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VA SB325
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Russet Perry
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AI Summary
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Amends Virginia Code § 55.1-1235 to modify early lease termination rights for military personnel, including Armed Forces members and National Guard serving full-time or as civil service technicians
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Removes the requirement that the lease termination date be no more than 60 days prior to the departure date necessary to comply with military orders
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Maintains existing qualifying conditions for early termination: permanent change of station orders, temporary duty orders exceeding 3 months, discharge from active duty, orders to government quarters, or stop movement orders of 30+ days
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Requires tenants to provide 30 days written notice after the next rent due date and furnish a copy of official orders or commanding officer's letter before termination
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Prohibits landlords from charging liquidated damages for military-related early lease terminations
Legislative Description
Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant Act; early termination of rental agreement by military personnel.
Last Action
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
3/10/2026