FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | July 1st, 2024
Contact: Rennie Wilkinson
rennie@michaelfeggans.com
DELEGATE MICHAEL FEGGANS’ INCLUSIVE HOUSING BILL IS VIRGINIA LAW
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – As of today, Delegate Michael Feggans’ inclusive housing language has officially been enshrined into Virginia law. This legislation provides a foundation for improving accessibility for Virginians and was brought forward by the father of a constituent in House District 97. It resulted from a collaborative effort that included the Commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), relevant stakeholders, and the public. This new law requires the creation of a plan enabling individuals with all disabilities across the Commonwealth to access inclusive and reasonably priced housing. This law also adds the definition of inclusive housing to the Virginia Code for the first time in history.
Delegate Feggans celebrated the enactment of this legislation, saying, “This is a step in the right direction toward making the Commonwealth a more equitable place for all to live. It is beyond time that we work toward achieving inclusive and affordable housing for all Virginians. This is a huge victory for all people with disabilities and their loved ones.”
HB 327 was signed by Governor Youngkin on April 8th, 2024, and officially entered Virginia Code today, July 1st, 2024.
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