Rep. David Bulova

Reckless driving; exhibition driving; penalties; emergency. Expands reckless driving to include exhibition driving, defined in the bill. The bill prohibits (i) slowing or stopping traffic for a race or exhibition driving, (ii) riding as a passenger on the hood or roof of a motor vehicle during a race or exhibition driving, or (iii) aiding or abetting exhibition driving. The bill establishes penalties for violations and establishes a process for impounding or immobilizing motor vehicles driven by persons arrested for exhibition driving. The bill contains an emergency clause.

Noise abatement monitoring systems; local authority; civil penalties. Authorizes counties and cities in Planning Districts 8 (Northern Virginia Regional Commission) and 16 (George Washington Regional Commission) to place and operate noise abatement monitoring systems, defined in the bill, for the purpose of recording and enforcing exhaust system violations, also defined in the bill. The bill provides that the operator of a vehicle is liable for a civil penalty not to exceed $100, but the violation shall not be reported on the driver's operating record or to the driver's insurance agency. Under the bill, the civil penalty will be paid to the locality in which the violation occurred to be used for the cost of administering the noise abatement monitoring system program and for transportation safety initiatives. The bill contains the same data privacy and storage requirements as are in current law for photo speed monitoring devices. The bill requires any locality that places and operates such a noise abatement monitoring system to report on its public website by January 15 of each year on the number of traffic violations prosecuted, the number of successful prosecutions, and the total amount of monetary civil penalties collected. The bill has an expiration date of July 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 750) is a symbolic resolution commending Virginia Union University for its contributions to education and the community. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any specific policies or individuals beyond expressing formal recognition. The resolution passed the House of Representatives by voice vote on February 18, 2025, and is now formally recorded. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding legal effect.

Maddy summaryHR 752 is a ceremonial House resolution commending the artist Shaboozey for their contributions to music. It has no binding effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the House's appreciation through a formal statement. The bill passed unanimously by voice vote in the House on February 18, 2025, and was engrossed as HR752ER. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups of people.

Maddy summaryHR 753 is a non-binding resolution that formally commends Penelope Nowell-Shortt for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is solely a ceremonial recognition. The bill passed the House of Representatives by voice vote on February 18, 2025, and was later engrossed. This type of resolution typically honors individuals for community service or achievements without legal effect.

Maddy summaryHR 749 is a non-binding House resolution honoring Clarence Stewart Preston. It commemorates his life through a formal expression of respect by the House of Representatives. The bill passed the House on April 1, 2025, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on constituents or laws. This type of resolution serves only a symbolic purpose and does not create new obligations or alter existing regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 751 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Omicron Chi Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for its community service and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to formally recognize the sorority chapter's work. The bill passed unanimously in the House of Representatives on February 18, 2025, and was formally engrossed. This type of resolution has no legal effect beyond expressing official appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 754 is a ceremonial resolution commending Curtis O. Porter, a recognized community figure. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for Porter's contributions, as approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote on February 18, 2025. This type of resolution is purely symbolic and has no legal or regulatory impact.

Maddy summaryHR 674 is a procedural resolution commending Arthur Ellsworth Dick Howard, a recognized individual in the community. It does not establish new laws or affect any policies, programs, or specific groups. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for Howard's contributions, as passed by voice vote on February 17, 2025. This is a symbolic gesture with no concrete policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 558 is a non-binding resolution passed by the House of Representatives to honor Roxane Gatling Gilmore. It commemorates her life and contributions without creating any legal obligations or affecting specific individuals or policies. The bill was formally agreed to by the House on February 3, 2025, and is now in the process of being sent to the Senate for consideration. As a commemorative resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.