Del. Patrick Hope

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 387) is a ceremonial resolution commending Colonel Gary T. Settle for his service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals beyond the formal recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by both the Senate and House in February 2025, becoming an official legislative expression of appreciation. It directly honors Colonel Settle but has no binding effect or practical impact on government operations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SJ 441) formally commends the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce Foundation for its work in the community. It expresses legislative support for the organization's efforts but does not impose any legal obligations or create new laws. The bill serves as a symbolic recognition of the Foundation's contributions, directly affecting no individuals or entities through policy changes. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect beyond the expression of goodwill.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 434), not a policy bill. It formally commends Dr. William Ferguson Reid for his service, with no legal effect or impact on any individuals or policies. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it expresses legislative recognition but does not create any new requirements or change existing law.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Voices for Virginia's Children, an organization focused on child welfare advocacy. It formally recognizes the group's work through a symbolic gesture approved by both the Virginia Senate and House. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or programs. The measure serves only to honor the organization's contributions without implementing any concrete policy changes.

Maddy summaryHJ 544 was a ceremonial resolution commending Ross A. Mugler, with no policy impact or affected parties beyond the individual honored. It was introduced in 2025, passed for a brief period, but ultimately failed to become law by February 22, 2025. Such resolutions typically express recognition without creating legal obligations or changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the late Walter Benjamin Keister, Sr., a former public servant, by commemorating his life and contributions to the community. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or funding requirements. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House on February 19-20, 2025, and was formally adopted as SJ 379ER. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals through legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Linda Ford for her contributions. It passed unanimously in both the Senate and House via voice vote, with final passage recorded on February 19, 2025. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies, funding, or regulations. It serves solely to recognize an individual's service.

Maddy summarySJ 363 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Virginia Spaceport Authority for its work in advancing space exploration and economic development in Virginia. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely symbolic recognition. The bill passed both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly with unanimous voice votes in February 2025. It honors the Authority's contributions but has no binding effect or direct impact on residents, businesses, or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 371) is a ceremonial resolution commending Hoda Kotb, a well-known television host and co-anchor, for her contributions. It does not create any legal requirements or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's appreciation through a formal statement. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding effect and passed unanimously in both chambers.

Federal workforce in Virginia; opposition to downsizing. Recognizes the significant contributions of Virginia's federal workforce and contractor sector to national security, defense, public health, scientific research, and economic stability.