2/16/07-A bill has died that would have required people convicted of littering on roadways throughout the state do at least 30 hours of community service. Offenders performing their service would have been required to pick up litter while wearing blaze orange vests with the phrase "I am a litterbug."
HB1869 remained in the House Transportation Committee at the deadline to advance to the chamber floor, effectively killing it for the year.
Anyone who doesn't fulfill the obligation would have faced up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500.

1/10/07-A bill in the House Transportation Committee is directed at people who throw trash out onto roadways.
Sponsored by Delegate Rob Wittman, R-Westmoreland, HB1869 would require people convicted of littering on roadways throughout the state do at least 30 hours of community service. Offenders performing their service would be required to pick up litter while wearing blaze orange vests with the phrase "I am a litterbug."
Anyone who doesn't fulfill the obligation would face up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500.
For House bill status, call (804) 698-1500. In Virginia, call 1-877-391-3228.