Del. Rae Cousins

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Young Democrats Disability Caucus, a group within the Democratic Party that advocates for the interests of people with disabilities. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the caucus's work. The measure was approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. for its contributions or activities, though the specific reasons for recognition are not detailed in the provided text. The legislation does not create new laws, allocate funds, or impose obligations; it serves as a ceremonial resolution to acknowledge the organization. Because it is a commemorative measure rather than a policy-changing bill, it has no direct impact on individuals or government operations beyond expressing official appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities with a commendation from the House of Representatives. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the organization's work. The measure was passed by voice vote and does not require further legislative action to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the Richmond Free Press, a local news organization, for its contributions to journalism and community information. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing regulations, but rather serves as a symbolic recognition of the publication's work. The measure was introduced in the House of Representatives and passed by voice vote without requiring a formal debate or recorded vote. Such commendation bills are typically ceremonial and do not have direct policy impact on government operations or public services.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends Daniel Webster Marshall III, a member of the House of Representatives. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his service. The measure was passed by the House through a voice vote and is now awaiting further legislative steps.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis, a nonpartisan research organization that provides budget and fiscal analysis to state government officials. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change any policies; it serves solely as an expression of appreciation for the institute's work. Passed by voice vote in the House, the measure has no legal effect beyond symbolic recognition of the organization's contributions to fiscal transparency.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the John Marshall High School boys' basketball team. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the team's achievements. The measure was passed by the House through a voice vote and is a non-binding resolution with no legal effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Bee Boisseau for unspecified contributions or achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies. The legislation serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation and is not subject to further legislative debate or implementation.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the Phi Beta Kappa Society for its contributions to higher education and academic excellence. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the organization's role in promoting scholarly achievement. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the tribute. As a commemorative resolution, it has no direct impact on individuals or organizations beyond expressing official appreciation.

Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team established; penalty; report. Establishes the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Team to develop and implement procedures to ensure that fetal and infant deaths occurring in the Commonwealth are analyzed in a systematic way. The bill requires the Team to compile triennial statistical data regarding fetal and infant deaths and to make such data available to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Department of Health. The bill provides that information and records obtained or created by the Team and portions of meetings of the Team at which individual fetal and infant deaths are discussed shall be confidential.