Leesburg, VA (July 9, 2025) – The Leesburg Town Council has adopted its 2026 Legislative Program for next year’s Virginia General Assembly Session.

The adopted Legislative Program includes several Council legislative priorities, such as allowing localities to transfer state transportation funding between projects; granting localities enforcement authority for damage caused by invasive plants from private property owners; encouraging enhanced benefits for emergency dispatchers; and discouraging attempts to circumvent local zoning authority, particularly for short-term rentals and accessory dwelling units. A new legislative priority added this year calls for the creation of a state study workgroup to evaluate the current sales tax distribution model and make recommendations on alternative distribution options.

The Council is also requesting funding support from the commonwealth to cover the costs of renting the temporary air traffic control trailer while the Town works with the Federal Aviation Administration to construct a permanent tower.

The Legislative Program also includes the Town’s position statements and legislative priorities in several focus areas, including land use, the environment, public safety, and utilities.

The adopted 2026 Legislative Program can be found online at www.leesburgva.gov/legislativeprogram. The 2026 Virginia General Assembly Session will convene in Richmond January 14, 2026.

Media Contact:
Kara Rodriguez, Public Information Officer
pio@leesburgva.gov
703-669-1425