Del. Briana Sewell

Elections administration; duties of local electoral board; certification of election; grounds for removal; civil penalty. Provides that the certification of the results of an election is a clear ministerial duty of the local electoral boards and that a member of the local electoral board who neglects or refuses to perform such duty in accordance with law shall be subject to removal proceedings by the State Board of Elections and assessed a penalty not exceeding $1,000. The bill also authorizes the State Board of Elections to intervene and carry out the duties related to election certification in the event a local electoral board fails or refuses to do so.

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 714 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Clint Mitchell, Ed.D., an education leader, for his contributions to education. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals through legislative action. The bill serves solely as a symbolic expression of recognition from the House of Representatives. As a procedural resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 585 is a symbolic resolution commending Grant Holloway, a track and field athlete. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals through concrete changes. The bill simply expresses the House's recognition of Holloway's achievements, with no legal effect or impact on government operations. This is a routine commemorative gesture, not a substantive legislative measure.