LegiScan Virginia

Virginia HB395: Solar Devices, Tenant Installation, Consumer Protection

Virginia HB395 establishes rules for small portable solar generation devices, preventing localities from prohibiting their use on residential structures and restricting landlords from prohibiting tenant installation under certain conditions. The bill directs the State Corporation Commission to develop a notification form and the Secretary of Commerce and Trade to convene a work group on safety standards, with certain provisions effective January 1, 2027.

Weapons Prohibited in Mental Health Hospitals

The Virginia General Assembly has enacted HB229, prohibiting the knowing and intentional possession of firearms, certain knives, and other dangerous weapons within mental health and developmental services hospitals. The bill requires conspicuous posting of prohibition notices and establishes penalties for violations, including forfeiture of weapons.

Virginia Bill Prohibits Employer Wage History Inquiries

The Virginia House of Delegates has passed HB636, a bill that prohibits employers from seeking or relying on prospective employees' wage history. The bill also mandates the disclosure of wage ranges for job postings and establishes a cause of action for aggrieved employees with damages ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

Misbranded Food and Manufactured-Protein Products

Virginia HB322 defines misbranded food, specifically manufactured-protein food products, and establishes civil penalties for violations. The bill prohibits the sale of misbranded products and allows for penalties up to $500 per violation, with increased penalties for repeat offenses.

Virginia HB1366: Social Services corrective action plans

The Virginia House of Delegates passed HB1366, granting the Commissioner of Social Services new authority to create and enforce corrective action plans for local social services boards and departments. This includes the power to temporarily assume control of operations if local entities fail to comply with laws, regulations, or pose a risk to child or adult well-being.