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VA SB436

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lamont Bagby

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

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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