Panel unanimously advances offshore wind workforce bill to prepare Virginia workers

Jan 20, 2026

HB67 would direct the Department of Energy to develop industry‑aligned training and curricula for the offshore wind workforce and prioritize veterans and disadvantaged communities; the subcommittee reported it 9‑0 after broad support from trades, utilities and conservation groups.

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The subcommittee unanimously reported HB67, a workforce development bill for the offshore wind industry, after broad stakeholder support from trades, employers, utilities and environmental organizations.

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