Del. David Owen

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 483) that formally commends Carlehr Swanson for their contributions. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or groups through legislative action. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on January 16, 2025, via voice vote, and is a non-binding expression of appreciation. As a procedural resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends the Iranian American community in Virginia for their contributions to the state. It is a symbolic gesture with no legal effect or policy changes, as it does not create new laws, alter regulations, or allocate funding. The bill passed the House by voice vote on March 10, 2025, and is purely ceremonial. It directly affects the Iranian American community in Virginia through recognition, but has no binding impact on government action or constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 463 is a non-binding commemorative resolution honoring Kathy Nerangis. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it solely serves to recognize and celebrate the life of Kathy Nerangis. The bill has passed the House of Representatives (engrossed and agreed to on January 20, 2025) but has no direct impact on constituents or legislative procedures beyond the ceremonial tribute. As a procedural resolution, it does not involve key mechanisms or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution honoring Matthew Charles Obenshain. It does not create any new laws or affect policies; it simply expresses legislative recognition of his life. The resolution was passed unanimously by both the Senate and House on February 20-21, 2025. It has no binding effect beyond ceremonial acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 410) is a ceremonial resolution commending the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for its work. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution formally expresses legislative appreciation but has no binding effect or practical impact. It passed both chambers of the legislature by voice vote in early 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 406) is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends the Virginia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol for its service. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies - it is purely symbolic recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Virginia Senate and House in February 2025. It expresses legislative appreciation for the Civil Air Patrol's contributions but has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the statement itself.

Maddy summarySJ 408 is a ceremonial resolution formally honoring the United States Army for its service. It does not create new laws or affect specific individuals or policies; instead, it expresses legislative recognition through a symbolic gesture. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House in February 2025, with no substantive policy changes or implementation mechanisms. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect beyond the expression of praise.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 387) is a ceremonial resolution commending Colonel Gary T. Settle for his service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals beyond the formal recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by both the Senate and House in February 2025, becoming an official legislative expression of appreciation. It directly honors Colonel Settle but has no binding effect or practical impact on government operations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 434), not a policy bill. It formally commends Dr. William Ferguson Reid for his service, with no legal effect or impact on any individuals or policies. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it expresses legislative recognition but does not create any new requirements or change existing law.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Voices for Virginia's Children, an organization focused on child welfare advocacy. It formally recognizes the group's work through a symbolic gesture approved by both the Virginia Senate and House. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or programs. The measure serves only to honor the organization's contributions without implementing any concrete policy changes.