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VA HB812

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Betsy Carr

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds section 46.2-833.2 to the Virginia Code establishing legal requirements for bicyclists and other permitted device operators to obey bicycle signals at intersections

  • Defines meanings for bicycle signal indications: steady green permits entry, steady amber signals an impending change requiring stop if safe, and steady red requires stopping with right turns permitted after full stop unless prohibited

  • Flashing amber signals allow cautious entry while yielding to others in the intersection; flashing red requires stopping before proceeding through while yielding

  • Requires cyclists to treat non-functioning bicycle signals the same as other out-of-service traffic lights under existing law (section 46.2-833)

  • Violations constitute a traffic infraction with a maximum fine of $350

Legislative Description

Traffic regulation; bicycles, and certain other devices, bicycle signals.

Last Action

Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/10/2026
Transportation: Highway Safety and Policy1/22/2026
Transportation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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