SB 482·VA·senate
Sodium Chloride; alternatives to use to treat and pretreat roadways for winter weather, report.
Passed One ChamberFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Roem
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Read third time and passed Senate (39-Y 1-N 0-A)
Jul 21, 2026
Summary
The Senate passed a bill requiring the Virginia Department of Transportation to examine non‑chemical and new‑technology options that could replace sodium chloride on roads. The study will compare environmental, infrastructure and property impacts, as well as costs, and the findings must be reported by November 15, 2026. This aims to reduce corrosion, pollution, and spending on winter road maintenance.
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