| Description | This regulation implements Chapter 432 (2018 Acts of Assembly), which adds a new section numbered 46.2-830.2 to the Code of Virginia, effective July 1, 2018. Chapter 432 requires the Department of Transportation (VDOT) to establish regulations governing the installation of signs informing drivers that a person with a disability may be present in or around the roadway. VDOT will install such signs upon request of any person who submits a medical certification that they are deaf, blind, or deaf-blind, any person with autism or an intellectual or developmental disability, or the agent of such person. |
| State Authority | Section 46.2-830.2 of the Code of Virginia |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | To specify the criteria for posting traffic signs to warn drivers that a person who is deaf, blind, or deaf-blind, or any person with autism or an intellectual or developmental disability may be present on or near the roadway. |
| Meetings |
| Name / Title: | JoAnne P. Maxwell / Agency Regulatory Coordinator |
| Address: |
Governance and Legislative Affairs Division 1401 E. Broad St. Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | JoAnne.Maxwell@VDOT.Virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-1830 FAX: (804)225-4700 TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
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| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
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CH 0630 Implementation of Chapter 432, 2018 Acts of Assembly, regarding warning signs for persons with disabilities
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/31/2018. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2021 Filed | Pending | |