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SB 525 VA
Introduced

Mutual aid agreements; public safety radio equipment.

VA · session 2027 · Senate · bill

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Introduced Jan 13, 2026

Latest action (Jul 21, 2026) Continued from last session

Summary

This bill would modify provisions governing mutual aid agreements relating to public safety radio equipment. Mutual aid agreements allow fire departments, police agencies, and other emergency services to share resources and personnel during emergencies or disasters. The bill would amend provisions specifying how public safety radio equipment can be shared or accessed through mutual aid agreements between jurisdictions. The changes would facilitate better coordination and interoperability of communications systems during emergency response situations.

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Official abstract

A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-1736 of the Code of Virginia, relating to mutual aid agreements; public safety radio equipment.

Sponsor (1)

Action history (4)

  1. Jan 13, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102229D · upper
  2. Jan 13, 2026 Referred to Committee on Local Government · upper
  3. Feb 2, 2026 Continued to next session in Local Government (15-Y 0-N) · upper
  4. Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · upper

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