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VA SB426

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Brankley Mulchi

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows courts to dismiss summonses issued for vehicle suspension system and bumper height violations if the owner provides proof of compliance by the court date
  • Maintains existing bumper height requirements for passenger vehicles at 14-22 inches above ground
  • Preserves tiered bumper height limits for trucks based on gross vehicle weight rating: 14-28 inches for trucks up to 4,500 lbs, 14-29/30 inches for 4,501-7,500 lbs, and 14-30/31 inches for 7,501-15,000 lbs
  • Continues prohibition on raising vehicle body more than 3 inches above the frame rail and modifying front bumper height to exceed rear bumper height by 4+ inches
  • Exempts trucks over 15,000 lbs gross vehicle weight rating and specially designed vehicles used for off-highway racing events

Legislative Description

Alteration of suspension system and bumper heights; proof of compliance.

Last Action

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

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation: Highway Safety and Policy2/20/2026
Transportation2/9/2026
Transportation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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