Trespass towing; exempts Planning District 16 from certain requirements.
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SB 601 — Trespass towing; exempts Planning District 16 from certain requirements.
Last action — Enrolled
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3Passed Senate
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4Passed House of Delegates
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill died with 2018 Regular Session. It reached “Passed Senate” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
Summary
Exempts Planning District 16 (George Washington) from any requirement by a towing advisory board for written authorization, in addition to a written contract, in the event that a vehicle is being removed from private property. The bill requires that localities in Planning District 16 establish by ordinance (i) a hookup and initial towing fee of $135; (ii) an additional fee of $25 for towing at night, on weekends, or on a holiday; and (iii) that no fee pursuant to clause (ii) shall be charged more than twice for a tow. This bill is identical to
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
40 added · 48 removedPlain-language change summary
The revised version of SB 601 adds specific requirements for towing contracts in Planning District 8 and Planning District 16, ensuring that the terms are clearly outlined. It also clarifies who can act as an "agent" for towing operators, excluding those with personal ties or financial interests. These changes are significant because they aim to enhance transparency and accountability in towing practices, potentially protecting property owners and drivers from unfair towing actions.
SESSION history | hilite | pdf | print version 18103338DVIRGINIA SENATEACTS BILLOF NO.ASSEMBLY -- CHAPTER An Act to amend and reenact §§ 46.2-1232 and 46.2-1233 of the Code of Virginia, relating to trespass towing.
601[S Offered601] JanuaryApproved 10, 2018Be Prefiledit Januaryenacted 9,by 2018the AGeneral BILLAssembly to amend and reenact §§ 46.2-1232 and 46.2-1233 of theVirginia: Code of Virginia, relating to trespass towing.
---------- Patron-- Vogel ---------- Referred to Committee on Transportation ---------- Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
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- Senate: Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB601ER) View text Current html March 06, 2018
- Prefiled Senate: Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/18 18103338D html January 09, 2018
Action History
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Enrolled
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Passed House (74-Y 23-N)
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Read third time
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Read second time
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Assigned Transportation sub: Subcommittee #2
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Referred to Committee on Transportation
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Read first time
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Placed on Calendar
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Read second time and engrossed
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Referred to Committee on Transportation
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Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/18 18103338D
Sponsors
- Jill Holtzman Vogel · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on · 20 voted No
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (147)
147 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 74 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 74 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 76% | 24% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (97)
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Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 601 do?
- Exempts Planning District 16 (George Washington) from any requirement by a towing advisory board for written authorization, in addition to a written contract, in the event that a vehicle is being removed from private property. The bill requires that localities in Planning District 16 establish by ordinance (i) a hookup and initial towing fee of $135; (ii) an additional fee of $25 for towing at night, on weekends, or on a holiday; and (iii) that no fee pursuant to clause (ii) shall be charged more than twice for a tow. This bill is identical to
- Who sponsors SB 601?
- SB 601 is sponsored by Vogel, Jill Holtzman.
- What is the current status of SB 601?
- This bill died with 2018 Regular Session. It reached “Passed Senate” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
- Where can I track SB 601?
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