HJ 674 is a non-binding legislative resolution commending Kayla Nguyen for her contributions. It does not create any legal obligations or affect policy, as it is purely symbolic. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2025. It serves only to honor an individual and has no practical impact on legislation or constituents.
HJ 721 is a ceremonial resolution commending Norfolk State University for its contributions to education and the community. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill serves only as a formal expression of recognition from the legislature. As a procedural resolution, it has no practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.
HJ 669 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Vernon S. Lee II, recognizing his life and contributions. It does not create any new laws, policies, or obligations, and affects no specific individuals or groups beyond the symbolic gesture of commemoration. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate in early 2025. As a purely commemorative measure, it has no practical impact on legislation or constituent services.
HJ 687 is a ceremonial resolution commending the nonprofit organization Literacy for Life for its work promoting reading skills and education. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any specific policies or individuals. The resolution formally recognizes the organization's contributions through a symbolic gesture approved by both legislative chambers. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct policy impact beyond the acknowledgment.
HJ 665 is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends the Thomas A. Edison High School girls' cross country team for their achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impact any policies; it solely serves as a public expression of recognition from the legislature. The bill directly affects the named high school team by acknowledging their accomplishments through a formal legislative gesture. This type of resolution is purely symbolic and has no practical effect beyond the statement of support.
This resolution commends Halley Elementary School for its contributions to education. It has no legal effect, policy changes, or direct impact on individuals or programs. As a symbolic gesture, it formally recognizes the school's work without altering laws or providing funding.
HJ 670 is a ceremonial resolution commending *The Roanoker*, a newspaper serving the Roanoke community. It contains no policy provisions or concrete changes to law; it solely expresses legislative appreciation for the publication's service. The bill passed both chambers of the legislature with no recorded opposition. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals. It serves only as a symbolic gesture of recognition.
HJ 690 is a ceremonial resolution commending Haidee Schiflett Ratliff for her contributions. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group, as it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The bill passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2025 and was formally adopted as a commendation. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved.
HJ 734 is a ceremonial resolution commending Washington-Liberty High School for its contributions to education and community. It does not create new policies, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations. The resolution formally recognizes the school’s achievements through a symbolic gesture approved by both legislative chambers. Passed by voice vote in the House and Senate, it serves as a non-binding expression of support. This resolution has no practical impact beyond the symbolic recognition.
HJ 722 is a ceremonial resolution commending Nancy Howell Agee for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution was passed by both the House and Senate in early March 2025 with no associated policy changes or implementation mechanisms.
Constitutional amendment (first reference); fundamental right to reproductive freedom. Provides that every individual has the fundamental right to reproductive freedom and that such right shall not be denied, burdened, or infringed upon unless justified by a compelling state interest, defined within the text of the amendment, and achieved by the least restrictive means. The amendment allows the Commonwealth to regulate the provision of abortion care in the third trimester when it is medically indicated to protect the life or health of the pregnant individual or when the fetus is not viable. The amendment prohibits the Commonwealth from penalizing, prosecuting, or taking adverse action against an individual for exercising the individual's right to reproductive freedom or for aiding another individual in the exercise of such right.
Constitutional amendment (first reference); qualifications of voters; right to vote; persons not entitled to vote. Provides that every person who meets the qualifications of voters set forth in the Constitution of Virginia shall have the fundamental right to vote in the Commonwealth and that such right shall not be abridged by law, except for persons who have been convicted of a felony and persons who have been adjudicated to lack the capacity to understand the act of voting. A person who has been convicted of a felony shall not be entitled to vote during any period of incarceration for such felony conviction, but upon release from incarceration for that felony conviction and without further action required of him, such person shall be invested with all political rights, including the right to vote. Currently, in order to be qualified to vote a person convicted of a felony must have his civil rights restored by the Governor or other appropriate authority. The amendment also provides that a person adjudicated by a court of competent jurisdiction as lacking the capacity to understand the act of voting shall not be entitled to vote during this period of incapacity until his capacity has been reestablished as prescribed by law. Currently, the Constitution of Virginia provides that a person who has been adjudicated to be mentally incompetent is not qualified to vote until his competency is reestablished.
