SB 473 VA
Occoquan Reservoir; low-flow protections for drinking water safe yield.
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Summary
This bill would modify protections for minimum water flows in the Occoquan Reservoir to ensure adequate drinking water supply. The Occoquan Reservoir serves as a major water source for Northern Virginia. Safe yield refers to the maximum amount of water that can be reliably withdrawn from the reservoir while maintaining ecological health and supply reliability. The bill would establish or modify low-flow protections to ensure that drinking water needs are met even during periods of low water availability.
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Official abstract
A BILL to amend and reenact § 62.1-44.15:5.02 of the Code of Virginia, relating to the Occoquan Reservoir; low-flow protections for drinking water safe yield.
Sponsor (1)
- David W. Marsden Democratic · primary
Action history (5)
- Jan 13, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103794D · upper
- Jan 13, 2026 Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources · upper
- Jan 26, 2026 Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB473) · upper
- Feb 10, 2026 Continued to next session in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources (12-Y 0-N) · upper
- Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · upper
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