Virginia Idle Reduction Laws and Incentives
State Laws and Regulations
Idle Reduction Requirement
County governments are authorized to establish idle reduction measures for buses. Specifically, county governments may prohibit bus engine idling for more than 10 minutes when the bus is parked, left unattended, or stopped for reasons other than traffic or maintenance. Violators are subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $50.00 and the proceeds will be paid into the county's general fund. The provisions of this section do not apply to school buses or public transit buses. (Reference Virginia Code 46.2-1224.1)
