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VA SB436
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lamont Bagby
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AI Summary
- Amends Virginia Code § 46.2-882.1 to require that photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones may only be operated and violations recorded when workers are present
- Defines "workers are present" as at least one individual physically present providing highway maintenance or construction services under a Department of Transportation or local government contract
- Requires the photo speed monitoring device operator to provide a sworn certification verifying workers were present at the time of the violation for the evidence to be considered prima facie proof
- Maintains the existing $100 maximum civil penalty for vehicles traveling at least 10 miles per hour above the posted speed limit, but only applies in highway work zones when workers are confirmed present
- Sponsored by Senator Bagby and referred to the Senate Committee on Transportation during the 2026 session
Legislative Description
Photo speed monitoring devices; highway work zones, workers present.
Last Action
House amendments agreed to by Senate (32-Y 8-N 0-A)
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation: Innovations (Ad Hoc)2/20/2026
Transportation2/4/2026
Transportation1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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