Del. Betsy Carr

Department of Corrections; online educational courses. Requires the Director of the Department of Corrections to establish, develop, and implement an educational program with the Online Virginia Network Authority for the purposes of providing a means for prisoners to earn degrees and postsecondary education credentials through accessing online degree and credential programs that are offered by George Mason University, Old Dominion University, James Madison University, and comprehensive community colleges.

Family caregiver tax credit. Creates a nonrefundable income tax credit for taxable years 2024 through 2028 for expenses incurred by an individual in caring for an eligible family member, defined in the bill, who requires assistance with one or more activities of daily living, also defined in the bill. The credit equals 50 percent of eligible expenditures incurred by the caregiver up to $1,000. In order to qualify for the credit, the family caregiver must (i) not receive any compensation or reimbursement for the eligible expenditures and (ii) have federal adjusted gross income that is no greater than $100,000 for an individual or $200,000 for married persons. The bill requires the Tax Commissioner to establish guidelines for claiming the credit and provides that any unused credit may be carried forward by the taxpayer for five taxable years following the taxable year for which the credit was issued.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors the memory of Charles Armistead Blanton III, a veteran, attorney, and longtime employee of Dominion Energy who passed away in May 2024. The document outlines his life achievements, including his military service in the Navy, his academic success, and his 35-year career in nuclear fuel procurement. It formally expresses the House of Delegates' respect for him and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of tribute.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors the memory of William Betts Wiltshire, a local insurance executive and community member who passed away in May 2024. The document outlines his life achievements, including his education, career at Home Beneficial Life Insurance, volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity, and active role in his church and family. It formally records the House of Delegates' respect for his contributions and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of remembrance.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors the memory of Joseph Henry Seipel, a distinguished sculptor and former dean of the Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts who passed away in June 2024. The document formally acknowledges his significant contributions to the arts community, including his leadership in transforming VCU into a nationally prominent institution and his work on campus renovations like the Depot Building and the Institute for Contemporary Art. It expresses the House of Delegates' respect for his legacy and directs the Clerk to present a copy of this resolution to Seipel's family as a gesture of tribute.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution honoring the life and career of Daniel Porter Jordan, Jr., a historian who served as executive director of Monticello and president of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation. The text details Jordan's personal achievements, including his athletic background, military service, and academic contributions, alongside his professional leadership in preserving Monticello and advancing historical scholarship. It specifically highlights his efforts in expanding the site's educational programs, managing its finances, and addressing the history of slavery at Jefferson's home. The resolution concludes by expressing the House of Delegates' sadness at his passing and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Jordan's family as a sign of respect.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the memory of Jeffrey Todd Girardi, a Richmond resident who passed away in January 2024 after serving as a law enforcement officer and pursuing interests in history and metalworking. The document formally acknowledges his contributions to the community and his personal talents, noting his education at Longwood University and his dedication to his family. It directs the Clerk of the House to create a copy of the resolution to present to Girardi's family as a gesture of respect from the House of Delegates.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors William J. Martin for his 30 years as the director of The Valentine museum in Richmond. It recognizes his leadership in expanding the museum's collections, renovating facilities, and guiding difficult conversations about the city's history. The House of Delegates formally commends his contributions to the community and directs the Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to him as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 648 honors the life of Albert Lester Simmons, a Richmond resident who passed away in March 2024. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions as a Vietnam War veteran, preschool teacher, and advocate for social justice and criminal justice reform. It directs the House Clerk to create a copy of the document to present to Simmons' family as a gesture of respect from the House of Delegates. This measure is a commemorative tribute rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors the memory of Anthony Patrick Smith, a retired state employee and dedicated volunteer leader in Richmond who passed away in December 2023. The document formally acknowledges his significant contributions to the community, including his decades of service as a Scoutmaster who mentored over 300 Eagle Scouts and his long career with the State Corporation Commission. As a tribute, the House of Delegates directs its Clerk to prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Smith's family as an expression of respect.