Committee tables bill on VDOT authority to remove invasive "tree of heaven" from rights of way
January 28, 2025 | 2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
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Joanne Maxwell of the Virginia Department of Transportation told the committee she had not had time to evaluate the amended language and could not provide a state cost estimate; she said the prior, broader version of the bill had raised concerns because it could have required excavation and added many species to VDOT’s obligations. A resident, Scott Filling of Fauquier County, testified in favor and described homeowner experience with herbicides and the need to consider environmental side effects.
Committee members expressed concern about statewide cost uncertainty. Delegate Reid moved to table the bill; the clerk recorded a roll call and the committee voted 6–2 to lay HB 2464 on the table.
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