Rep. Paul Milde

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 493 is a commemorative resolution honoring Hunter Dakota Reedy. It formally recognizes and celebrates his life through a non-binding House resolution. The bill does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a ceremonial gesture passed by the House on January 27, 2025.

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 summarySJ 392 is a ceremonial resolution commending Teri McNally for her contributions. It serves as a formal recognition by the legislature with no binding policy effects or direct impact on constituents or laws. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House in February 2025 and was enacted without further legislative action. This type of resolution does not create new requirements or alter existing statutes.

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 391) is a ceremonial resolution commending Janel Donohue for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals beyond this formal recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by both the Senate and House in February 2025 and now holds the status of a passed resolution.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 389) is a ceremonial resolution commending Janet Gullickson, Ed.D., for her contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution expresses formal appreciation for her work, likely in education or community service, as is standard for such commendations. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House on February 19-20, 2025, and is now finalized.

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.

Possession of retail tobacco products and hemp products intended for smoking by a person younger than 21 years of age prohibited; penalty. Prohibits any person younger than 21 years of age from possessing any retail tobacco product or hemp product intended for smoking, as those terms are defined in relevant law. A violation of such prohibition is punishable by seizure and forfeiture of such retail tobacco product or hemp product for a first violation. The bill imposes a civil penalty not to exceed $100 for a second violation and a civil penalty not to exceed $250 for a third or subsequent violation. The bill also provides that a court may, as an alternative to the civil penalty, and upon motion of the defendant, prescribe the performance of up to 20 hours of community service for a second violation and up to 40 hours of community service for a third or subsequent violation, but if the defendant fails or refuses to complete the community service as prescribed, the court may impose the civil penalty. Additionally, upon such violation, the judge may enter an order suspending the motor vehicle and driver's license of such person pursuant relevant law.