Rep. Tommy Wright

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and honors the veterans who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their military service. The legislation was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes, indicating broad bipartisan support for the commendation.

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 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.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Charles Douglas Poindexter. It does not create new laws or policies but serves to formally recognize his contributions and legacy. The measure has been passed by both the House and Senate and is awaiting final approval.

Maddy summaryHJ 164 is a ceremonial resolution commending Clarksville Furniture and Flooring for its contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, change regulations, or affect any individuals or businesses beyond this formal recognition. The resolution passed both chambers of the legislature with voice votes but has no binding policy impact. It serves solely as a symbolic expression of appreciation.

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 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 summaryThis resolution (HJ 101) commemorates the life of Virginia Estelle Phillips Bell. It is a ceremonial resolution passed by both the House and Senate with no substantive policy changes. The resolution formally recognizes her contributions but does not affect laws, regulations, or any individuals' rights or obligations.

State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board; membership; regional emergency medical services councils. Reduces the composition of the State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board from 28 members to 24 members to account for four fewer representatives from regional emergency medical services councils.

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.