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SB 319

Migrant labor camp permits; removes expiration date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Russet Perry and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia eliminates expiration dates on migrant labor camp permits, allowing indefinite validity without mandatory renewal or reinspection requirements.

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Bill Summary · SB 319

Legislative bill overview

SB 319 removes the expiration date requirement for migrant labor camp permits in Virginia, allowing permits to remain valid indefinitely rather than requiring periodic renewal. The bill has passed its initial Senate readings and is moving through the legislative process with apparent bipartisan support based on block vote tallies.

Why is this important

Migrant labor camps house seasonal and temporary workers in agriculture and related industries. Removing permit expiration dates could streamline regulatory oversight by eliminating renewal burdens, but also affects how frequently state authorities inspect and verify compliance with health, safety, and labor standards at these facilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Labor advocacy concerns: Indefinite permits may reduce state oversight frequency, potentially allowing unsafe conditions to persist longer without mandatory re-inspection cycles
  • Industry relief vs. regulation balance: While businesses benefit from reduced compliance paperwork, removing expiration dates eliminates a natural checkpoint to assess facility conditions and worker protections
  • Permit accountability: Without renewal requirements, there's less structural incentive for camps to maintain compliance or for agencies to maintain current records on facility operations and conditions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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