Virginia § 15.2-1428 - Procedures for certain acts
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 15.2-1428 — Procedures for certain acts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.2-1428. Procedures for certain acts
No ordinance or resolution appropriating money exceeding the sum of $500, imposing taxes, or authorizing the borrowing of money shall be passed except by a recorded affirmative vote of a majority of all members elected to the governing body. In case of the veto of such an ordinance or resolution, where the power of veto exists, it shall require for passage thereafter a recorded affirmative vote of two-thirds of all members elected to the governing body.
Code 1950, § 15-412; 1962, c. 623, § 15.1-819; 1971, Ex. Sess., c. 35; 1991, c. 668; 1997, c. 587.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 15.2-1428
What does Code of Virginia § 15.2-1428 cover?
Section 15.2-1428 ("Procedures for certain acts") 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.
How do I cite Virginia § 15.2-1428?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 15.2-1428 apply to my situation?
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