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AI Summary
HB582, identical to SB 320, authorizes a pilot program for autonomous truck-mounted attenuators in Virginia, defining 'mobile work zones,' expiring December 31, 2031.
Business Impact
If you operate autonomous vehicles in Virginia, you must comply with pilot program requirements by December 31, 2031, or face operational restrictions.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
Virginia's HB582, identical to SB 320, permits the Department of Transportation to initiate a pilot program for autonomous truck-mounted attenuators in defined mobile work zones. The program is set to expire on December 31, 2031.
Key Provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Transportation to establish a pilot program for ATMAs in defined mobile work zones.
- Sets an expiration date for the pilot program on December 31, 2031.
Latest Legislative Action
Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0179)
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 63)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth R. Guzman | Primary |
| Jackie H. Glass D | Primary |
| Robert S. Bloxom, Jr. | Primary |
| A.C. Cordoza | Cosponsor |
| Alex Q. Askew D | Cosponsor |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 6)
Passage R ·
Feb 24, 2026
39 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) ·
Feb 23, 2026
37 Yea
0 Nay
3 Other
Passed ✓
Reported from Transportation ·
Feb 19, 2026
13 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Participate in the pilot program for ATMAs
Who: Virginia Department of Transportation and participating contractors
Deadline: By December 31, 2031
Penalty: Operational restrictions may apply for non-compliance.
Who: Virginia Department of Transportation and participating contractors
Deadline: By December 31, 2031
Penalty: Operational restrictions may apply for non-compliance.
Submit annual reports on the pilot program's status
Who: Virginia Department of Transportation
Deadline: By December 1 of each year
Penalty: Failure to report may affect program evaluation and funding.
Who: Virginia Department of Transportation
Deadline: By December 1 of each year
Penalty: Failure to report may affect program evaluation and funding.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
HB582, identical to SB 320 and passed by both chambers in Virginia, authorizes the Department of Transportation to establish a pilot program for the use of autonomous truck-mounted attenuators (ATMAs) within defined mobile work zones. The program is designed to enhance safety and efficiency in these zones and will expire on December 31, 2031.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View HB582 on official legislature website →
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