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VA SB391
VA SB391Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP), Commission on; structure and responsibilities.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP). Restructures the existing governance structure and responsibilities of the Commission on VASAP and expands its oversight authority over local alcohol safety action programs. The provisions of the bill related to a fiscal agent locality have a delayed effective date of January 1, 2028. The bill also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Resources, in consultation with the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security and the Secretary of Education, to convene a work group with relevant stakeholders to review the sustainability of the structure and funding model for the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program and submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the Chairs of the House Committee on Appropriations and Senate Committee on Finance and Appropriation by October 1, 2026. As introduced, this bill is a recommendation of the Commission on VASAP.
AI Summary
This bill restructures the Commission on the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP), which oversees local programs designed to educate and rehabilitate individuals convicted of alcohol-related driving offenses. Key provisions include establishing a new article in the Code of Virginia detailing the Commission's purpose, membership, and duties, including setting standards for local programs, managing finances, and certifying ignition interlock systems and remote alcohol monitoring devices. It also clarifies the roles of local policy boards and fiscal agent localities responsible for the day-to-day operations and financial management of local ASAPs. The bill aims to enhance the oversight and accountability of the VASAP system, ensuring its continued effectiveness in promoting highway safety.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB391 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB391) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1170696.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB391/text/SB391E |
| Courts of Justice Amendment | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB391/text/SB391AS1 |
| Courts of Justice Amendment | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB391/text/SB391ASC1 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB391) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1090552.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB391/text/SB391 |
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