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SB 325

Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant Act; early termination of rental agreement by military personnel.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angelia Graves and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia bill allows military personnel to terminate residential leases early without penalty when military orders require relocation or deployment.

Referred to Committee on General Laws
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Bill Summary · SB 325

Legislative bill overview

SB 325 amends Virginia's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to allow military personnel to terminate rental agreements early without penalty under specified circumstances. The bill provides a legal mechanism for service members to break leases when military orders require relocation or deployment, addressing a common hardship for active-duty military families.

Why is this important

Military families frequently face unexpected moves due to reassignment orders, creating financial burdens when locked into rental agreements. This bill reduces that burden by establishing clear early termination rights, improving housing stability and reducing financial strain on service members and their families who already face unique relocation demands.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord protections: Property owners may face revenue loss from early lease terminations without compensation mechanisms or sufficient notice periods to re-rent units
  • Definition scope: The bill's specific eligibility criteria (which military orders qualify, notice requirements, proof standards) could create disputes about who qualifies for the protection
  • Notice period length: Tension between giving landlords adequate time to find replacement tenants versus giving military families timely exit options when orders come suddenly

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

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