Del. Michelle Maldonado

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic House resolution commemorating Mildred Loving, whose 1967 Supreme Court case *Loving v. Virginia* struck down bans on interracial marriage. It honors her legacy without creating new laws, policies, or affecting any individuals or groups. The resolution passed the House on February 12, 2026, as a non-binding tribute to her role in advancing civil rights. It serves solely as a formal recognition of her historical impact.

Maddy summaryHR 123, titled "Commending the Fredericksburg Frogs," is a symbolic resolution passed by the House of Representatives on February 23, 2026, to honor a local group (likely a community or organization in Fredericksburg). The bill does not create legal requirements, alter policies, or impose obligations - it is a non-binding expression of recognition. It follows standard procedural steps for commemorative resolutions, including being presented, engrossed, and agreed to by voice vote. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or entities are associated with this resolution.

Maddy summaryHR 130 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late James A. Davis, a former public servant, by commemorating his life and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is purely ceremonial. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on February 24, 2026, and is now approved. This type of resolution is standard for recognizing individuals' service after their passing.

Maddy summaryHR 25 nominates individuals for election to general district court judgeships in the state. The bill directly affects the process for selecting candidates to fill these judicial positions. It is a procedural measure focused solely on the nomination step for existing judgeships, with no changes to court structure or qualifications. The bill was unanimously approved by the House on January 21, 2026, and now moves to the next legislative step.

Maddy summaryHR 26 establishes the process for nominating candidates to be elected as judges in juvenile and domestic relations district courts. This procedural bill directly affects the selection method for filling these specific judicial positions, outlining how nominees are identified and submitted. The bill does not change court operations or jurisdiction but defines the nomination pathway for future elections. It was unanimously approved by the House on January 21, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 24 is a procedural bill that establishes the process for nominating candidates to fill circuit court judgeships. It does not change court qualifications or substantive legal procedures but outlines the method for selecting nominees for these positions. The bill was unanimously passed by the House on January 21, 2026, with a 98-0 vote. This action formally adopted the nomination process for circuit court judges.

Maddy summaryHR 37 is a ceremonial House resolution commending the "Walk for Peace" event and its organizers. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or affect any individuals or groups through policy changes. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition, with no concrete policy impact. This is a standard procedural measure to honor an event, not a substantive legislative action.

Weapons; possession prohibited in a hospital that provides mental health services or developmental services; penalty. Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person to knowingly and intentionally possess in the building of any hospital that provides mental health services or developmental services in the Commonwealth, including an emergency department or other facility rendering emergency medical care, a (i) firearm, (ii) knife with a blade over three and one-half inches, or (iii) other dangerous weapon, including explosives and stun weapons. The bill also provides that notice of such prohibitions shall be posted conspicuously at each public entrance of any hospital and that no person shall be convicted of the offense if such notice is not posted, unless such person had actual notice of the prohibitions. The bill provides that such firearm, knife, explosive, or weapon shall be subject to seizure by a law-enforcement officer and forfeited to the Commonwealth and specifies certain exceptions to the prohibition. This bill is identical to SB 173.

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 3.2-4113, 4.1-1604, 18.2-36.3, 18.2-250, 18.2-251, 18.2-251.03 through 18.2-251.1:3, 18.2-308.1:5, 19.2-327.15, 32.1-45.4, and 54.1-3466 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 18.2-250.01, relating to possession of residue of a controlled substance; penalties; exceptions.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Sergeant Dianne M. Dowdy with a commendation for her service. It is a non-binding resolution that does not alter laws or require funding. The measure was approved by a voice vote in the Senate and does not create any new legal obligations or policy changes.