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Home » US Law » 2022 Code of Virginia » Title 5.1 - Aviation » Chapter 10 - Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

§ 5.1-172. Exemption from taxation

The exercise of the powers granted by this act shall be in all respects for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Commonwealth of Virginia, for the increase of their commerce, and for the promotion of their safety, health, welfare, convenience and prosperity, and as the operation and maintenance of the airports by the Authority […]

§ 5.1-173. Jurisdiction of courts; liability for contracts and torts

A. The courts of the Commonwealth of Virginia shall have original jurisdiction of all actions brought by or against the Authority, which courts shall in all cases apply the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia. B. The Authority shall be liable for its contracts and for its torts and those of its members, officers, employees, […]

§ 5.1-174. Procurement Act exemption

In light of the multijurisdictional nature of the Authority, an exemption is hereby provided to the Authority from the provisions of the Virginia Public Procurement Act. 2001, c. 342.

§ 5.1-175. Act liberally construed

This act, being necessary for the welfare of the Commonwealth of Virginia and its inhabitants, shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes thereof. 2001, c. 342.