HB1244Introduced in the House of Delegates
Overhead Transmission Lines and Eminent Domain - Property Value - Damages
Introduced by April Rose, District 5
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Authorizing the owner of property used for residential purposes to bring an action to recover damages incurred as a result of the value of the property being diminished from the use of eminent domain to take property and construct an overhead transmission line within 300 feet of the property owner's residence; and requiring that reasonable fees be awarded to counsel for the defendant in a condemnation proceeding and the costs be charged against the plaintiff under certain circumstances.
Where it stands
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. (Environment and Transportation)
February 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Environment and Transportation and Economic Matters
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m. (Environment and Transportation)
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