Rep. Sam Rasoul

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the Black Faculty and Staff Caucus of Virginia Tech for its contributions to the university community. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the group's work. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal vote count. This type of resolution is symbolic in nature and does not have legal or regulatory effects on the institution or its members.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Andrea Miller with a commendation from the legislature. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Bennie Evans, Jr. for his contributions and service. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call. Its primary effect is to place an official commendation on record in the legislative journal.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Daniel O'Connell's Irish Restaurant and Bar with a commendation. It does not change laws, allocate funds, or affect any specific group of people beyond honoring the establishment. The measure is purely ceremonial and serves to acknowledge the restaurant's presence or contributions within the community. No policy changes or operational impacts result from this legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Pork Barrel BBQ, a local establishment, without introducing any new laws or policies. It serves as a symbolic recognition rather than a regulatory or funding measure. The legislation was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes and does not impose obligations or create new government programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of the Honorable Gerald Edward Connolly, a former state official. It serves as a commemorative resolution to recognize his contributions and legacy within the state government. The measure does not create new laws or policies but instead formally acknowledges his service. It was passed by both the House and Senate and is now awaiting final action.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends schools in Virginia that participate in the Community Eligibility Provision, a federal program that provides free breakfast and lunch to all students in qualifying schools. The legislation does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of these schools' achievements in serving their student populations. It directly affects school administrators, staff, and students in Virginia who benefit from the Community Eligibility Provision by highlighting their contributions to school nutrition programs. The bill is a ceremonial measure intended to honor rather than alter existing educational policies or funding structures.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Youth Poet Laureate through a commendation resolution. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the program's contribution to youth arts and culture. The measure passed both the House and Senate by voice vote without requiring further legislative action.

Sickle cell disease education and screening program; cancer risk. Requires the sickle cell screening and treatment program to include the offering of educational resources to health care providers on the increased risks for certain cancers among individuals with sickle cell disease or the sickle cell trait.

School nurses; sickle cell disease training. Directs local school divisions to require school nurses to complete, within six months of employment and at least every three years thereafter, an online or in-person course of instruction approved by the Board in collaboration with the Department of Health regarding recognition and management of sickle cell disease. This bill is identical to SB 822.