Del. Karen Keys-Gamarra

Maddy summaryHR 123, titled "Commending the Fredericksburg Frogs," is a symbolic resolution passed by the House of Representatives on February 23, 2026, to honor a local group (likely a community or organization in Fredericksburg). The bill does not create legal requirements, alter policies, or impose obligations - it is a non-binding expression of recognition. It follows standard procedural steps for commemorative resolutions, including being presented, engrossed, and agreed to by voice vote. No concrete policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or entities are associated with this resolution.

Maddy summaryHR 130 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late James A. Davis, a former public servant, by commemorating his life and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is purely ceremonial. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on February 24, 2026, and is now approved. This type of resolution is standard for recognizing individuals' service after their passing.

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 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 recognizes Sergeant Dianne M. Dowdy with a commendation for her service. It is a non-binding resolution that does not alter laws or require funding. The measure was approved by a voice vote in the Senate and does not create any new legal obligations or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Andrea Miller with a commendation from the legislature. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Bennie Evans, Jr. for his contributions and service. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call. Its primary effect is to place an official commendation on record in the legislative journal.

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.