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VA SB50
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Rouse
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AI Summary
- Expands the definition of "lobbying" to include influencing or attempting to influence local government action, in addition to existing state executive and legislative actions
- Defines "local government action" as the adoption, enactment, modification, or repeal of ordinances or resolutions, including actions related to local taxes, budgets, and land use proceedings
- Creates a new definition of "local government official" covering council members, board of supervisors members, members of local boards and commissions, and persons required to file financial disclosure statements
- Requires the Secretary of the Commonwealth to maintain and publish a semi-annual list of local government officials to assist lobbyists with compliance
- Takes effect May 1, 2027, and carries a minimum fiscal impact of $50,000 for potential increases in imprisonment related to false disclosure statement violations (Class 5 felony)
Legislative Description
Lobbying; expands definition to include influencing/attempting to influence local government action.
Last Action
Tabled in Appropriations (22-Y 0-N)
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations3/3/2026
General Laws: Open Government/Procurement2/23/2026
General Laws2/12/2026
Finance and Appropriations1/21/2026
General Laws and Technology11/24/2025
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