Emergency vehicles; exempt from certain traffic regulations. Authorizes a law-enforcement vehicle, defined in current law, operated by or under the direction of a state or local law-enforcement officer to disregard parking and stopping provisions. The bill expands the situations in which such vehicles may disregard speed limits to include when establishing evidence of other violations of law and when responding to an emergency in which emergency lights and siren may pose a safety risk and removes such authorization for disregarding speed limits in certain situations provided under existing law for law-enforcement vehicles operated by or under the direction of a federal law-enforcement officer.
Superintendent of Public Instruction; employment of certified school library specialists. Requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to employ in the Department of Education at least one certified school library specialist who shall have several duties enumerated in the bill, including (i) providing leadership and technical assistance with the implementation and use of information literacy skills to school divisions, Department staff, and other stakeholders to support student achievement; (ii) directing the implementation of state and national school library standards and consulting with and providing technical assistance to local school divisions relating to such standards; (iii) collaborating on various grants and other initiatives that promote student literacy through school library programs throughout the Commonwealth; (iv) supporting student learning through instructional programs in which students are required to demonstrate information literacy, digital literacy and fluency, and effective use of technology and instructional programs that incorporate science, technology, engineering, and math learning; and (v) providing the Department, the Board of Education, the General Assembly, and school boards with support relating to student learning through the use of school library standards and library resources.
This bill (SJ 84) is a ceremonial resolution commending the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police and its Foundation for their service. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or organizations through concrete measures. The resolution formally recognizes the group's contributions, as is typical for such non-binding acknowledgments. It passed both the Senate and House via voice vote in February 2026.
Commission on School Construction and Modernization; sunset date. Extends from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2029, the sunset date for the Commission on School Construction and Modernization.
SJ 99 is a ceremonial resolution commending the University of Virginia School of Law for its contributions to legal education. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or entities. The resolution serves solely as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the legislature. No concrete policy changes or implementation mechanisms are involved.
This resolution honors Mimi Milner Elrod's life and legacy through a formal legislative tribute. It has no policy impact or financial implications, as it is purely commemorative. The bill passed both the Senate and House in February 2026, becoming a non-binding expression of respect. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action, serving only as a ceremonial acknowledgment.
SJ 93 is a ceremonial resolution commending Malcolm Mitchell for his contributions. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals beyond expressing formal appreciation. The resolution passed both the Senate and House via voice vote in February 2026, with no further legislative action required. As a non-binding resolution, it has no practical impact on governance or regulations. This type of measure is standard for recognizing individuals' service or achievements.
This bill formally recognizes the George Wythe High School boys' basketball team for their achievements. It passed both the Senate and House via voice vote and serves as a ceremonial commendation with no binding policy impact or funding changes. The resolution does not alter laws or affect any specific policies, as it is a non-binding expression of support.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 86), not a substantive bill. It honors Thomas Blue's life through a formal legislative expression of respect. The resolution passed both the Senate and House in February 2026, with no policy changes or affected groups. It serves solely as a commemorative gesture with no practical impact on laws or constituents.
This bill (SJ 85) is a ceremonial resolution commending Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson III for his service. It formally recognizes his contributions to the judiciary, specifically his tenure as a federal judge. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate and House via voice vote in February 2026. As a procedural resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) formally recognizing the George Wythe High School girls' basketball team. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for the team's achievements. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate (Feb 12) and House (Feb 16) via voice vote. It directly affects the team and school community through symbolic acknowledgment, not through any new rules or funding.
SJ 100 is a ceremonial resolution commending Corner Bakery for its contributions. It passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2026, but does not create legal obligations or alter policies. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct effect on individuals, businesses, or legislation. This procedural bill serves only to express formal recognition.
