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This resolution, designated as "Winter Salt Week," establishes the week of the fourth Monday in January, starting in 2027 and continuing annually, as a special observance in Virginia. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness about the responsible use of winter salt, which is crucial for public safety during icy conditions but can also lead to environmental problems like chloride contamination in the Commonwealth's water sources. The resolution highlights that reducing salt overuse protects freshwater resources, infrastructure, and wildlife, and it acknowledges Virginia's commitment to sustainable winter maintenance through its Salt Management Strategy (SaMS). The observance aims to educate Virginians on best practices for salt application, drawing on efforts like those of the Northern Virginia Winter Salt Workgroup, a coalition focused on reducing road salt pollution. The resolution also directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to inform the Northern Virginia Winter Salt Workgroup and post the designation on the General Assembly's website.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJ46