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VA HB1345

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

May Nivar

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires local school divisions to conduct industry-recognized inspections of HVAC systems in all public school buildings at least once every four years, with results made publicly available on school board websites

  • Expands the list of qualified inspectors to include mechanical engineers certified by the Associated Air Balance Council, National Environmental Balancing Bureau, or Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau

  • Adds new mandatory testing requirements including radon levels, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide in combustion-affected areas, and moisture incursion detection

  • Requires testing for mold and fungi when observable growth or water incursion is detected, plus reporting of pest, rodent, and vermin intrusions

  • Mandates carbon dioxide monitoring through data loggers during occupied instruction time if no functional CO2 sensor exists in a room; becomes effective July 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Public schools; industry-recognized uniform inspection and evaluation of indoor air quality.

Last Action

Continued to next session in Education and Health (14-Y 1-N)

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Education: Public Education2/26/2026
Education and Health2/18/2026
Education: K-122/5/2026
Education1/27/2026
General Laws1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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