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VA SB81

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Scott Surovell

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes Virginia state and local law-enforcement officers to enforce federal traffic infractions on highways within Planning District 8 (Northern Virginia region)
  • Applies to traffic violations punishable under federal law but not covered by Virginia state law, local ordinances, or existing regulations
  • Includes highways on federal property where Virginia transferred land subject to concurrent jurisdiction
  • Violations would be charged using uniform traffic summons forms referencing both the new section and corresponding state statute or local ordinance
  • Cases would be heard in general district court where the violation occurred, with appeals following standard misdemeanor procedures including jury trial rights

Legislative Description

Law-enforcement officers, state and local; enforcement of federal traffic infractions in No. Va.

Last Action

Conference report agreed to by Senate (29-Y 10-N 0-A)

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation: Innovations (Ad Hoc)2/20/2026
Transportation2/3/2026
Transportation12/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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