Del. Briana Sewell

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Franklin High School boys' basketball team for their achievements. It is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or affect public policy. The resolution was approved by the House through a voice vote without requiring a formal debate. Such commemorative bills serve to honor specific groups or individuals rather than establish substantive government actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of Michael R. Frey. It does not create new laws or policies but serves to formally recognize his contributions. The measure has been passed by the House and is awaiting further legislative steps. Its purpose is purely symbolic, with no direct impact on individuals or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Lambda Gamma Omega Chapter for its contributions and achievements. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic recognition of the organization's efforts. The measure was approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a regulatory action.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and honors the 23rd Regiment United States Colored Troops for their service during the Civil War. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial resolution to acknowledge their historical contributions. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and is intended to preserve the legacy of these soldiers.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Kathy Glazer, a specific individual, through a commendation. It does not create new laws, regulations, or policy changes, and it does not affect any groups or individuals beyond the person being honored. The measure is a ceremonial resolution that acknowledges contributions or achievements without altering any existing legal framework.

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 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.