Why 2/5: The curriculum update is mandated for the 2026-2027 school year, providing ample time for implementation.
Virginia's driver education curriculum will be updated by the 2026-2027 school year to place greater emphasis on the dangers of reckless driving, including excessive speeds. This update will include new instructional materials, interviews with affected families, and partnerships with law enforcement to provide real-world examples in both classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
Cleared committee
Reported from Education and Health (15-Y 0-N)
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Rules suspended
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Constitutional reading dispensed Block Vote (on 2nd reading) (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1352ER)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1352)
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 25, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 307 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0307)