HB1498
Virginia Interagency Council on Homelessness established; use of state funds for housing and homelessness services; report.
Status:
In House
Latest Action:
Feb. 2, 2026
House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N)
Chief Patron:
Adele McClure (D)
Session:
2026 Regular Session
Summary
As Introduced. Virginia Interagency Council on Homelessness established; use of state funds for housing and homelessness services; report.
Establishes the Virginia Interagency Council on Homelessness with the purpose of establishing a coordinated, statewide framework to prevent and end homelessness by aligning state and local efforts around evidence-based strategies. The bill directs the Council to (i) implement a state plan to end homelessness; (ii) align state policies, programs, and ... (More) funding to effectuate the purpose of the Council; (iii) identify and recommend removal of statutory, regulatory, and administrative barriers to housing stability; and (iv) coordinate state, federal, and private funding to maximize impact and improve outcomes. The bill requires the Council to submit by October 1 of each year a report on its activities and recommendations to the Governor, General Assembly, and Department of Housing and Community Development. The bill additionally prohibits the use of state funds to establish, operate, or support any congregate living arrangement, shelter or similar facility, or program that functions in a punitive or coercive manner, as such term is defined in the bill, with respect to individuals experiencing homelessness. (Less)-
Bill History
- 01/23/2026 - House: Presented and ordered printed 26105267D
- 01/23/2026 - House: Referred to Committee on Rules
- 01/30/2026 - House: Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
- 01/31/2026 - House: Placed on Rules Agenda
- 02/02/2026 - House: House subcommittee offered
- 02/02/2026 - House: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 0-N)
