Maddy summaryHJ 134 is a simple resolution commending George B. Hayes for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect policies, as it is a ceremonial recognition. The bill was unanimously passed by the House and Senate with voice votes in February 2026. This type of resolution serves only to honor an individual and has no binding effect.
Maddy summaryHJ 173 is a ceremonial resolution commending Elisha Harris for their contributions, with no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or legislation. It serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the legislature, not a law altering rights, regulations, or funding. The resolution was passed unanimously by voice vote in both the House and Senate. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new obligations or change existing law.
Maddy summaryHJ 165 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Lieutenant Colonel Richard Thomas Bulova of the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). It formally recognizes his service and life through a legislative expression of respect. This resolution directly affects no individuals or policies, as it has no legal effect beyond the symbolic act of commemoration. The bill passed both the House and Senate in early March 2026 as a non-binding gesture of tribute.
Maddy summaryHJ 171 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cecelia Taliaferro Tucker. It formally celebrates her life and contributions through a symbolic act of recognition by the legislature, with no substantive policy changes or direct impacts on constituents or regulations. The resolution passed both chambers unanimously via voice vote in March 2026.
Maddy summaryHJ 153 is a ceremonial resolution passed by both the House and Senate in February 2026 to honor the life of Sincere B. Allah. It does not create any new laws or affect policy, as it is a symbolic gesture without legislative substance. The resolution simply expresses recognition and tribute to the individual, with no concrete policy changes or affected parties. Such resolutions are common for commemorating individuals' contributions and are typically non-binding.
Maddy summaryHJ 131 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Honorable S. Bernard Goodwyn for his service. It does not create any new laws or affect policies, as it is a formal expression of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House (by voice vote) and Senate (by voice vote) in February 2026. This type of resolution honors individuals without implementing substantive changes.
Maddy summaryHJ 127 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Jaylen Martinez's life. It was unanimously passed by both the House and Senate in February 2026. This resolution has no policy impact or effect on laws, as it serves solely as a symbolic tribute.
Maddy summaryHJ 172 is a ceremonial resolution commending Dr. Andrew Billingsley for his contributions. It does not create any new policies, affect any laws, or change government operations. The resolution simply expresses formal recognition of Dr. Billingsley's work through a unanimous vote by both chambers. This is a procedural bill with no substantive policy impact.
Maddy summaryHJ 154 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Greater Richmond Virginia Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. It formally recognizes the chapter's contributions to preserving African American history and genealogy in the Richmond area. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2026.
Maddy summaryHJ 143 is a ceremonial resolution commending CARITAS, a community organization (specific type not detailed in the bill). It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate via voice vote in February 2026. As a symbolic gesture, it recognizes CARITAS's work without implementing any concrete policy changes.
