Virginia bills · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia SB 279
Contractors, Board for; tradesman apprenticeship requirements.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Christie New Craig (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Virginia legislature· SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; Board for Contractors; tradesman apprenticeship requirements. Requires any individual who performs plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning or electrical work for the purpose of qualifying for licensure as a tradesman to hold an apprentice license issued by the Board for Contractors. The bill outlines the requirements for an apprentice licensee generally, and the specific requirements for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical apprentices. The bill directs the Board for Contractors to adopt emergency regulations to implement the provisions of the bill.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 16, 2026, 4:04 AM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 Senate | Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology | pass | Set your home in Virginia to see |
Actions
- Feb 11, 2026 · Senate
Passed by indefinitely in General Laws and Technology (9-Y 6-N) - Feb 4, 2026 · Senate
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB279) - Jan 13, 2026 · Senate
Referred to Committee on General Laws and Technology - Jan 13, 2026 · Senate
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26104987D