HB 487: Norfolk, City of; Marine Resources Commission to convey easement for certain property.
HB 487 status: Introduced — Continued from last session (updated Jul 21, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialState-owned bottomlands; Marine Resources Commission; conveyance of certain easements to City of Norfolk; Coastal Storm Risk Management Program. Allows the Marine Resources Commission to convey to the City of Norfolk, in locations acceptable to the Commission, permanent easement interests, temporary construction easeme...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Facilitates coastal storm risk management infrastructure
- Supports flood resilience in a vulnerable urban area
Risks
- Potential localized disturbance to subaqueous ecosystems during construction
Economy
Benefits
- Enables municipal development projects
- Supports long-term property protection
Risks
- Requires city-funded project maintenance
Society
Benefits
- Improved flood security for local residents
Risks
- No direct broad social impact identified
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Project entails potential long-term maintenance fiscal obligations for the City of Norfolk
Analysis based on abstract summary; full bill text not reviewed
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentContinued from last session
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