Del. David Bulova

Maddy summarySJ 309 is a ceremonial resolution commending Carlos Del Toro, former U.S. Secretary of the Navy. It does not create any new laws or affect policy; it is a non-binding expression of appreciation. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate (January 30) and House (February 3) by voice vote. It was formally adopted on February 4 and now resides on the Speaker's table. This type of resolution typically honors individuals for service or contributions without altering legal obligations or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 291) is a ceremonial resolution commending Jeffrey C. Greenfield for his contributions. It does not create any new laws, policies, or obligations, nor does it affect any specific group or individual beyond the expression of honor. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in January 2025. As a purely commemorative measure, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 292) is a symbolic resolution commending Kate G. Doyle Feingold for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations. The resolution passed both chambers of the legislature with voice votes and serves solely as a formal expression of recognition. As a ceremonial measure, it has no policy impact beyond the gesture of honor.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution commending Jon R. Stehle, Jr., with no substantive policy changes. It formally recognizes his contributions but does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups of people. The bill passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in January 2025 and is now officially recorded. It serves solely as a gesture of appreciation with no binding or operational effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 289) that formally commends So Lim for their contributions. It does not create any new laws, impose obligations, or affect any specific group or policy. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in January 2025, becoming an official expression of appreciation. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summarySJ 290 is a ceremonial resolution commending D. Thomas Ross for their contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a non-binding expression of appreciation from the legislature. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate and House by voice vote in January 2025. This type of resolution typically honors an individual's service or achievements without altering legal obligations or government operations.

Temporary funding of federal park operations. Authorizes the Governor to provide funding and execute necessary agreements to allow the temporary operation of any Virginia property controlled by the National Park Service in the event of a federal government shutdown. Such authority shall be contingent on the U.S. Department of the Interior executing an agreement which authorizes the Commonwealth to operate such property. The bill states that the funds may come from the State Park Conservation Resources Fund, voluntary donations, funds allocated to the Department of Conservation and Recreation, or other sources. However, the bill clarifies that no funds originally allocated from the general fund shall be used to operate a federal park for more than 21 days without the approval of the General Assembly.

Purchase of development rights for affordable housing. Permits any local government to purchase development rights or accept the donation of development rights in an effort to preserve and provide affordable housing. The bill grants local governments the powers necessary to carry out the purchase of such development rights. The bill prohibits the conversion or diversion of such affordable housing once the development rights are purchased unless the local government determines that such diversion is essential to the development and growth of the locality and in accordance with the locality's comprehensive plan.

Workers' compensation; post-traumatic stress disorder incurred by dispatchers. Allows dispatchers, as defined in the bill, to claim workers' compensation benefits relating to post-traumatic stress disorder under the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act. Currently, only law-enforcement officers and firefighters may claim such benefits.

Department of Environmental Quality; protection of existing tidal and nontidal wetlands; wetland restoration and creation; work group; report. Directs the Department of Environmental Quality to establish a work group to develop (i) strategies for protecting the existing tidal and nontidal wetlands of the Commonwealth and (ii) plans for wetland restoration and creation to address losses and adverse impacts from human activities and climate change. The bill specifies that such work group shall include certain relevant stakeholders and will focus on (a) evaluating existing approaches to wetland conservation strategies in the Commonwealth and other states, (b) identifying wetlands adaption areas where tidal wetlands can persist in the landscape, and (c) exploring the circumstances in which climate can impact the wetlands' health and survival. The bill requires the work group to report its findings and recommendations to the Chairs of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources and House Committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources by December 1, 2024.