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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Local prohibition or regulation of gas-powered leaf blowers; civil penalty. Provides that any locality with a population density of at least 2,500 persons per square mile may by ordinance prohibit or regulate the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. The bill provides that any such ordinance shall become enforceable not less than 12 months after the date it is enacted by the local governing body. The bill also provides that the ordinance may include provisions for a civil penalty and that the funds from such civil penalties may be used by the locality to assist with the purchase of nonprohibited leaf blowers by residents and local businesses.
AI Summary
This bill allows local governments in Virginia, specifically those with a population density of at least 2,500 people per square mile, to pass ordinances that either ban or set rules for the use of gas-powered leaf blowers. These local rules, once approved by the local governing body, cannot take effect for at least 12 months, giving residents and businesses time to adjust. The bill also permits these local ordinances to include a civil penalty, which is a fine for breaking the rules, and specifies that any money collected from these fines can be used by the locality to help residents and local businesses buy leaf blowers that are not gas-powered.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Continued to next session in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote) (on 01/30/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB881 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB881/text/HB881 |
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