Virginia § 33.2-101 - Governor to waive certain state statutory mandates and regulations to expedite certain highway construction projects
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§ 33.2-101. Governor to waive certain state statutory mandates and regulations to expedite certain highway construction projects
Notwithstanding any contrary provision of this Code, whenever the Governor finds in his emergency preparedness planning that certain transportation improvements are necessary to avert or respond to a natural disaster, prevent or respond to an act of terrorism, or contribute to military operations during a time of war or state of emergency as defined in § 44-146.16, the Governor may, to the maximum extent not inconsistent with federal law, waive statutory mandates and regulations of any state agency, institution, instrumentality, or political subdivision concerning the issuance of permits or related approvals in order to expedite the construction, reconstruction, alteration, or relocation of such highways, bridges, tunnels, and associated facilities or structures as he deems necessary.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 33.2-101 ("Governor to waive certain state statutory mandates and regulations to expedite certain highway construction projects") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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