Rep. Tommy Wright

Maddy summaryHJ 523 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Buckhorn Volunteer Fire Department for its service. It formally expresses appreciation from the legislature but does not create new laws or affect any policies. The bill passed both the House and Senate by voice vote and has no binding legal effect on the department or its operations.

Charter; Town of Brodnax. Amends the charter for the Town of Brodnax in Brunswick and Mecklenburg Counties to provide that the mayor elected in November 2025 shall be elected for a term of two years and thereafter for a term of four years. The bill also replaces the town's procedure for filling council vacancies by referencing the procedure provided by general law.

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 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.

Maddy summaryHJ 475 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Charlotte County Virginia Angels softball team for their achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution simply recognizes the team's accomplishments through a formal expression of appreciation from the Virginia General Assembly. It passed both the House and Senate with unanimous support in January 2025.

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.

Commercial Waterman Safety Week. Designates the third full week of September, in 2025 and in each succeeding year, as Commercial Waterman Safety Week in Virginia.

Maddy summaryHR 522 is a House resolution commemorating the life of William Gerald Massengill. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; instead, it serves as a formal tribute to honor his life and legacy. The resolution was passed by the House on March 10, 2025, following standard procedural steps. This is a non-binding ceremonial measure with no substantive policy impact.

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 469 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Clover Volunteer Fire Department for its service. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or affect any individuals or entities. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on March 10, 2025, through a voice vote, and serves solely as a symbolic recognition of the fire department's contributions.