HJ 475 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Charlotte County Virginia Angels softball team for their achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution simply recognizes the team's accomplishments through a formal expression of appreciation from the Virginia General Assembly. It passed both the House and Senate with unanimous support in January 2025.
HJ 471 is a ceremonial joint resolution commending the Animal Welfare League of Arlington for its work in animal care and community service. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any specific group beyond expressing official recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by both the House and Senate in early 2025 and is purely symbolic, with no concrete policy changes or financial obligations. It directly honors the organization but does not impact residents, taxpayers, or legislative procedures.
HJ 486 is a ceremonial resolution commending Caleb Gilbert for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect policies, but formally honors Gilbert through a resolution passed by both the House and Senate. The bill was agreed to by voice vote in both chambers and is now officially recorded. This type of resolution recognizes individuals without implementing any concrete policy changes.
HJ 488 is a resolution commending Maurice Moody for his contributions. It passed the House and Senate by voice vote in January 2025 and was enacted in March 2025. This procedural bill has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it serves only as a symbolic gesture of recognition. No specific mechanisms or affected groups are identified in the resolution.
HJ 469 is a non-binding resolution commending Mel Price, a person recognized for contributions to the state. It passed both the House and Senate via voice vote in January 2025 and was enrolled as passed. This resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on laws, programs, or individuals beyond expressing formal recognition.
HJ 494 is a ceremonial resolution that expresses legislative appreciation for St. John's Church, a historic religious site. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill formally commends the church's historical significance through a symbolic gesture by the state legislature. Passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in early 2025, it has no practical impact beyond recognition.
This resolution formally commends Cadet Colonel Anna Stroz for her service in the Civil Air Patrol (CAP). It directly honors her contributions as a CAP cadet leader but does not create any new laws or affect policy. As a ceremonial resolution (HJ 483), it has no binding effect and serves only to recognize her achievements. The bill passed both chambers unanimously and was enacted without legislative changes.
HR 551 is a non-binding resolution that commends "Cool Stuff" without specifying what it refers to or who is affected. It contains no substantive policy changes or mechanisms, as it is purely a ceremonial expression of appreciation. The bill was passed by the House with a voice vote and is now referred to the Senate. This type of resolution does not create any legal obligations or alter existing laws.
HJ 455 requires certain organizations to notify the Governor of their organizational status. This procedural bill mandates a notification process but does not establish new policies or affect specific groups beyond this reporting requirement. The bill passed both chambers in January 2025 with voice votes and was finalized in March 2025. It contains no substantive policy changes or financial provisions.
Study; JLARC; non-federal sponsor contributions by localities to conduct coastal storm risk management studies; report. Directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) to study the methodology for determining the monetary contributions by localities or other non-federal sponsors to the total cost of coastal storm risk management studies. The study also directs JLARC to determine whether a separate fund should be established to support and manage cost-share requests from non-federal sponsors for such studies.
Election of Circuit Court Judges, General District Court Judges, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Judges, members of the Judicial Inquiry and Review Commission, and the Auditor of Public Accounts.
Study; Department of Environmental Quality; tax policy options for reforming the litter tax; report. Requests the Department of Environmental Quality to study tax policy options for reforming the litter tax.
