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SB 549

General Assembly; intergovernmental affairs, etc.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Glen Sturtevant and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia SB 549 on intergovernmental affairs failed committee approval (4-10 vote) after generating fiscal impact concerns from state agencies in January 2026.

Failed to report (defeated) in Rules (4-Y 10-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 549

Legislative bill overview

SB 549 is a Virginia bill introduced by Scott Wyatt and Glen Sturtevant that addresses intergovernmental affairs. The bill was referred to the Rules Committee on January 14, 2026, but failed to advance when the committee voted against reporting it on January 30, 2026 (4 in favor, 10 opposed).

Why is this important

The bill generated fiscal impact statements from both the Virginia Community Services Commission and the Department of Planning and Budget, suggesting it carried financial implications for state agencies or local governments. The decisive committee rejection indicates significant legislative opposition to the measure's approach or scope.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The specific provisions of SB 549 are not detailed in the available records, making it difficult to assess the precise nature of disagreement among legislators
  • Fiscal concerns: Multiple fiscal impact statements suggest cost or budgetary implications were central to committee deliberations
  • Intergovernmental coordination: Matters involving state-local relations often generate debate over authority, funding responsibility, and administrative burden distribution

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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