Rep. Amy Laufer

Maddy summaryHR 37 is a ceremonial House resolution commending the "Walk for Peace" event and its organizers. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or affect any individuals or groups through policy changes. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition, with no concrete policy impact. This is a standard procedural measure to honor an event, not a substantive legislative action.

Weapons; possession prohibited in a hospital that provides mental health services or developmental services; penalty. Makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person to knowingly and intentionally possess in the building of any hospital that provides mental health services or developmental services in the Commonwealth, including an emergency department or other facility rendering emergency medical care, a (i) firearm, (ii) knife with a blade over three and one-half inches, or (iii) other dangerous weapon, including explosives and stun weapons. The bill also provides that notice of such prohibitions shall be posted conspicuously at each public entrance of any hospital and that no person shall be convicted of the offense if such notice is not posted, unless such person had actual notice of the prohibitions. The bill provides that such firearm, knife, explosive, or weapon shall be subject to seizure by a law-enforcement officer and forfeited to the Commonwealth and specifies certain exceptions to the prohibition. This bill is identical to SB 173.

Purchase, sale, transfer, etc., of assault firearms and certain ammunition feeding devices prohibited; penalties. Creates a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person who imports, sells, manufactures, purchases, or transfers an assault firearm, as that term is defined in the bill with some exceptions, and prohibits a person who has been convicted of such violation from purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm for a period of three years from the date of conviction. The bill provides that an assault firearm does not include any firearm that is an antique firearm, has been rendered permanently inoperable, or is manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action. The bill also prohibits the sale of a large capacity ammunition feeding device, as that term is defined in the bill. The bill provides that any person who willfully and intentionally (i) sells an assault firearm to another person or (ii) purchases an assault firearm from another person is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor and that any person who imports, sells, barters, transfers, or purchases a large capacity ammunition feeding device is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. This bill is identical to SB 749.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Reverend Dr. Lehman D. Bates II through a commendation resolution. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions. The measure was passed by the Senate by voice vote and is primarily ceremonial in nature.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the National Women's Political Caucus of Virginia for its contributions to women's political participation. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the state legislature. The measure passed through both the House and Senate without significant debate, indicating broad agreement on honoring the organization's efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Jaunt, a company or entity, without specifying the reasons for the commendation. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by a voice vote in the Senate and does not require further legislative action to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends Margot Lee Shetterly, a prominent figure in science and history. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an honorary acknowledgment of her contributions. The measure was passed by the Senate through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the recognition. No specific actions or requirements are imposed on individuals or organizations by this legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the McGuffey Art Center for its contributions to the arts community. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the state legislature. The measure was passed by a voice vote in the Senate, indicating broad agreement among lawmakers. This type of resolution is symbolic and does not have legal or financial implications for the art center.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates organization for their work. It does not create new laws or change existing policies, but rather serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the group's contributions. The measure was approved by the Senate through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the commendation. No funding, mandates, or operational changes are included in this legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Career and Technical Education program at Louisa County High School. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change any policies, but serves to publicly acknowledge the school's program. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes, indicating broad agreement on the recognition. As a procedural document, it has no legal effect beyond honoring the school's achievements.