Virginia · HB343

An Act to amend and reenact § 46.2-906.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to helmets; local authority.

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Sponsors: 7
Votes: Apr 6
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<p class="sumtext"><b>Helmets; local authority. </b>Permits localities to adopt ordinances requiring children 14 years of age or younger to wear protective helmets whenever riding or being carried on a motorized skateboard or scooter or a nonmotorized scooter. Current law authorizes localities to adopt such ordinances for riders of bicycles, electric personal assistive mobility devices, toy vehicles, and electric power-assisted bicycles. </p>

Progress

IntroducedJan 12, 2026
Sent to committeeJan 12, 2026
Passed the first chamberJan 27, 2026
PassedJan 28, 2026
Sent to committeeJan 29, 2026
FailedFeb 26, 2026
Passed both chambersMar 10, 2026
Passed both chambersMar 14, 2026
Became lawApr 6, 2026

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