Del. Charniele Herring

Maddy summaryHJ 511 is a commemorative resolution passed by both the House and Senate in early 2025 to honor the late poet and activist Nikki Giovanni. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; instead, it formally recognizes her contributions to literature and civil rights. The resolution was adopted without debate or committee action, following standard procedure for symbolic legislative actions. This is a purely ceremonial measure with no substantive policy impact.

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 summaryHJ 504 is a ceremonial joint resolution that formally expresses appreciation for the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). It does not create new laws or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies. The resolution simply commends NCSL for its work supporting state legislatures and fostering collaboration. Passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in January 2025, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the expression of goodwill.

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 502 establishes a committee to commission a portrait of Governor Glenn Youngkin for display in the Virginia Capitol building. The bill creates a specific process for selecting and creating the portrait, with the committee responsible for overseeing the artwork's production. This procedural measure directly affects the Capitol's display arrangements and does not change any laws or impact constituents. It is a commemorative resolution requiring no legislative action beyond the portrait's placement.

Maddy summaryHJ 490 is a ceremonial resolution commending the life and contributions of John Lee Orrock. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's recognition and appreciation for Orrock's life, with no binding effect or implementation requirements. This type of resolution is standard for honoring individuals and has no practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.

General Assembly; 2026 Session prefiling schedule. Establishes a schedule for the prefiling period for the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly of Virginia.

Maddy summaryHJ 433 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Alexandria Archaeological Commission for its work. It does not create any new laws, policies, or funding. The resolution was unanimously passed by both the House and Senate in January 2025 as a symbolic gesture of recognition. This type of resolution serves only to honor an entity and has no binding legal effect.

Maddy summaryHJ 494 is a ceremonial resolution that expresses legislative appreciation for St. John's Church, a historic religious site. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill formally commends the church's historical significance through a symbolic gesture by the state legislature. Passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in early 2025, it has no practical impact beyond recognition.

Maddy summaryHJ 455 requires certain organizations to notify the Governor of their organizational status. This procedural bill mandates a notification process but does not establish new policies or affect specific groups beyond this reporting requirement. The bill passed both chambers in January 2025 with voice votes and was finalized in March 2025. It contains no substantive policy changes or financial provisions.