Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association for its contributions to the state's healthcare system. It does not change laws, allocate funds, or create new regulations, but instead serves as an official commendation. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal ballot. This type of legislation is ceremonial and does not have direct policy impact on healthcare operations or funding.
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Maddy summaryHJ 109 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Ford Carter Quillen, a former public servant. It formally recognizes his life and contributions through a joint resolution passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in February 2026. This resolution has no policy impact or binding effect; it serves solely as a ceremonial tribute. It directly affects the legislative record by documenting official recognition of Quillen's service.
Maddy summaryHJ 121 is a ceremonial resolution commending Richard A. Vaughan for his contributions. It has no substantive policy provisions or impact on laws, regulations, or affected groups. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2026. As a purely symbolic gesture, it does not create new obligations or change existing law.
Maddy summaryHJ 165 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Lieutenant Colonel Richard Thomas Bulova of the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). It formally recognizes his service and life through a legislative expression of respect. This resolution directly affects no individuals or policies, as it has no legal effect beyond the symbolic act of commemoration. The bill passed both the House and Senate in early March 2026 as a non-binding gesture of tribute.
Maddy summaryHJ 131 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Honorable S. Bernard Goodwyn for his service. It does not create any new laws or affect policies, as it is a formal expression of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House (by voice vote) and Senate (by voice vote) in February 2026. This type of resolution honors individuals without implementing substantive changes.
Maddy summaryHJ 192 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Bill Franklin Vehorn. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or groups. The resolution serves solely to commemorate the life of Bill Franklin Vehorn through a formal legislative expression. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it has no practical policy impact.
Maddy summaryHJ 177 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Honorable Barry D. Knight, a former state official. It has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents, as it solely commemorates his life and service. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Senate on February 26, 2026, following standard procedural steps for commemorative measures. This type of resolution does not create law or affect any legal rights or obligations.
Maddy summaryHJ 96 is a ceremonial joint resolution honoring Robert Bernard Keyser, Jr., a community member. It does not create new laws or affect policy; instead, it formally commemorates his life and contributions. The resolution was passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in February 2026. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct impact on legislation or constituents.
Public institutions of higher education; museums and other cultural institutions; Virginia Commission for the Arts; revisions. Revises the requirements relating to the composition, administration, and duties of the Virginia Commission for the Arts, including by (i) modifying and consolidating the duties of the Commission; (ii) requiring the Governor to appoint an executive director of the Commission, as opposed to permitting the Governor to appoint a director as provided under current law; and (iii) providing that moneys in the Virginia Commission for the Arts Fund shall be used solely for the purposes of supporting initiatives relating to the duties of the Commission, as set forth in applicable law, and that expenditures and disbursements from the Fund are to be made upon written request signed by persons authorized by the executive director of the Commission. Current law requires expenditures and disbursements from the Fund to be made upon request signed by persons authorized by the Commission.
Maddy summaryHJ 59 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Old Fiddler's Convention, a cultural event. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or organizations. The resolution serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the legislature for the event's contributions to local heritage. As a non-substantive resolution, it has no binding effect or practical policy impact.