Maddy summaryHJ 728 is a ceremonial resolution commending Heman Bekele for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect policies, as it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The bill passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2025, with no substantive provisions or mechanisms beyond the formal expression of praise.
Maddy summaryHJ 672 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Colonel Gerald William Hyland, USAF (Ret.), recognizing his military service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate in February 2025, formally celebrating his life and contributions. As a commemorative measure, it has no substantive impact beyond symbolic recognition.
Appointments by the Speaker of the House of Delegates. Confirms appointments made by the Speaker of the House of Delegates to the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority Board of Directors.
Maddy summaryHJ 735 is a ceremonial resolution commending Aslin Beer Company for its contributions to the community. It does not create any new laws or affect any policies, as it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2025. This type of bill has no direct impact on citizens, businesses, or government operations beyond expressing formal appreciation.
Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Felipe Hernandez, Jr. for his contributions. It is a ceremonial resolution with no binding effect, recognizing an individual rather than enacting policy. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote and was officially enacted on March 24, 2025.
Maddy summaryHJ 726 is a ceremonial resolution commending Carlos Cañas for his contributions. It expresses formal recognition from the legislature but does not create any new laws, policies, or obligations. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote and was adopted without further legislative action. This type of resolution is standard for honoring individuals and has no direct impact on constituents or policy.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HJ 736) is a ceremonial resolution commending the Northern Virginia Veterinary Medical Association for its service to the community. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a formal expression of appreciation from the Virginia General Assembly directed solely at the named organization. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2025.
Maddy summaryHJ 684 is a commemorative resolution honoring Loudoun County residents who were among the passengers aboard American Airlines Flight 5342, which crashed in 2023. It formally recognizes and celebrates the lives of these community members without creating any new laws or policy changes. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in February 2025 and was signed into law. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive legislative measure.
Constitutional amendment (first reference); qualifications of voters; right to vote; persons not entitled to vote. Provides that every person who meets the qualifications of voters set forth in the Constitution of Virginia shall have the fundamental right to vote in the Commonwealth and that such right shall not be abridged by law, except for persons who have been convicted of a felony and persons who have been adjudicated to lack the capacity to understand the act of voting. A person who has been convicted of a felony shall not be entitled to vote during any period of incarceration for such felony conviction, but upon release from incarceration for that felony conviction and without further action required of him, such person shall be invested with all political rights, including the right to vote. Currently, in order to be qualified to vote a person convicted of a felony must have his civil rights restored by the Governor or other appropriate authority. The amendment also provides that a person adjudicated by a court of competent jurisdiction as lacking the capacity to understand the act of voting shall not be entitled to vote during this period of incapacity until his capacity has been reestablished as prescribed by law. Currently, the Constitution of Virginia provides that a person who has been adjudicated to be mentally incompetent is not qualified to vote until his competency is reestablished.
Maddy summaryHJ 659 is a ceremonial resolution commending Mekhi Becton, Sr., for his contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups beyond expressing legislative recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate via voice vote after being introduced and quickly advanced through procedural steps. As a non-binding resolution, it serves only to honor an individual and has no legal or practical impact on governance or public policy.
