Del. Israel O'Quinn

Flashing red and white warning lights; emergency vehicle exemptions; mine rescue team vehicles. Authorizes vehicles operated by mine rescue teams that are certified by the Mine Safety and Health Administration under federal law to (i) be equipped with flashing, blinking, or alternating red or red and white combination warning lights and (ii) disregard certain regulations regarding the operation of vehicles without being subject to criminal prosecution while responding to an emergency, provided that the operator of such vehicle has received certain training and recertifies every two years. The bill adds responding to mine rescue incidents to the list of circumstances in which such lighted warning lights shall be displayed.

Maddy summaryHJ 564 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late Honorable Henry Levander Marsh, III, recognizing his contributions to the state. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group, as it is purely commemorative. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate and was formally adopted by the legislature. This type of resolution serves to acknowledge an individual's legacy without implementing policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJ 565) that formally commends the Town of Glade Spring for its community contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any specific policies or individuals. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2025, as documented in the official actions. Such resolutions are symbolic gestures without legal force or practical impact on residents or government operations.

Maddy summaryHJ 610 is a symbolic resolution commending Robert R. Lindgren for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights, programs, or individuals. The bill formally expresses appreciation through a joint resolution passed by both legislative chambers. It serves as a ceremonial gesture without any concrete policy impact.

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center Board of Trustees; authority to permit campus security officers to carry firearms in performance of official duties; conditions. Authorizes the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center Board of Trustees to permit campus security personnel employed in its campus security department to carry firearms in the performance of their official duties, provided that such campus security personnel are considered armed security officers, as such term is defined in relevant law, and comply with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements attendant to such designation, including registration and training. This bill is identical to SB 1368.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the American Friends of Lafayette for their work promoting historical connections between the U.S. and France, but contains no policy changes or funding. It is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation without creating new laws or obligations. The bill passed both chambers unanimously as a symbolic gesture. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this resolution beyond the recognition offered.

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 summaryHR 481 is a House resolution commending Lawrence Douglas Wilder, Virginia's first Black governor and former lieutenant governor. It serves as a formal, symbolic recognition of his contributions to public service and leadership. The bill does not create any policy changes or affect specific groups; it is purely a ceremonial gesture. The resolution passed unanimously by the House on January 16, 2025, and was engrossed for final passage.

Maddy summaryHR 493 is a commemorative resolution honoring Hunter Dakota Reedy. It formally recognizes and celebrates his life through a non-binding House resolution. The bill does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a ceremonial gesture passed by the House on January 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 496 is a procedural resolution honoring Crystal Michelle Kestner. It commemorates her life through a formal expression of tribute by the House of Representatives. The bill does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a symbolic gesture with no substantive provisions or direct impact on constituents. It passed the House on March 10, 2025, as recorded in the bill text.