Del. Alfonso Lopez

Maddy summaryHJ 591 is a ceremonial resolution commending Olympic sprinter Noah Lyles for his athletic achievements. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group, as it serves only as a formal expression of praise. The resolution passed both chambers with voice votes in February 2025 and was signed into law. This type of resolution is common for recognizing notable individuals but has no legal or financial impact.

Maddy summaryHJ 607 is a ceremonial resolution commending Thomas Heilman for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or individuals. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House (February 10) and Senate (February 13) with voice votes and was formally adopted on March 20, 2025. As a non-binding expression of appreciation, it has no practical impact beyond the formal recognition.

Maddy summaryHJ 580 is a non-binding resolution commending Ross A. Mugler for his contributions. It does not create any policy changes or affect specific groups, as it is a ceremonial recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate with voice votes in February 2025. This type of bill serves only to honor an individual without legal or financial implications.

Child victims and witnesses using two-way closed-circuit television; standard. Allows the court to order that the testimony of a child be taken by two-way closed-circuit television if it finds that the child is unavailable to testify in open court in the presence of the defendant, the jury, the judge, and the public if the court finds, by clear and convincing evidence, based upon expert opinion testimony, that the child will suffer at least moderate emotional trauma as a result of testifying in the defendant's presence and not in the courtroom generally, such that it prevents the child from reasonably communicating to the jury or renders the child unable to testify, or will cause the child to suffer long-lasting adverse effects. Under current law, the court may order such testimony be taken by two-way closed-circuit television if it finds that (i) the child has a substantial inability to communicate about the offense or (ii) there is a substantial likelihood, based upon expert opinion testimony, that the child will suffer severe emotional trauma from so testifying. The bill also extends the application window for the party seeking such order from seven to 30 days before the trial date or such other preliminary proceeding to which such order is to apply.

Maddy summaryHJ 584 is a commemorative resolution honoring Dr. Golden Bethune-Hill, recognizing her contributions to the community. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group through legislative action. The resolution was passed unanimously by the Senate on February 12, 2025, and formally adopted by the legislature. As a ceremonial measure, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHJ 563 is a ceremonial resolution commending Wayne F. Pryor for his contributions. It passed both the House and Senate by voice vote and requires no policy changes or implementation. This procedural bill has no direct impact on laws, regulations, or affected groups, as it serves solely as a formal expression of recognition.

Maddy summaryHJ 562 is a ceremonial resolution commending Wesley Housing for its community service. It does not create new laws or affect any programs; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution was formally adopted by both the House and Senate with voice votes in early 2025. As a commendation, it has no legal or financial impact on the recipient or the public.

Maddy summaryHJ 510 is a ceremonial joint resolution commending the Gloucester County Branch of the NAACP for its community work. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a symbolic recognition passed by both the House and Senate via voice vote in early March 2025. The resolution formally acknowledges the organization's contributions without imposing any requirements or changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution commending the Roanoke Star, a historic landmark in Roanoke, Virginia. Passed by both the House and Senate in January 2025 with voice votes, it formally honors the landmark's cultural and historical significance. The resolution has no legal effect, does not change laws, and does not directly affect any individuals or policies. It serves as a ceremonial gesture of recognition by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryHJ 503 is a ceremonial resolution commending swimmer Torri Huske for her athletic achievements. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, regulations, or individuals beyond the symbolic recognition of her accomplishments. The bill passed both chambers of the legislature with voice votes and was formally adopted as a commendation. This is purely a non-binding expression of honor with no direct impact on legislation or constituents.