Del. Delores McQuinn

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the memory of Floyd H. Miles, Jr., a law enforcement officer and veteran who died in the line of duty in June 2024. It acknowledges his service as a military police officer and his 16-year career with the Charles City County Sheriff's Office, where he served as a sergeant and supervisor. The document also recognizes his community involvement through roles such as a school resource officer and board member for the Peninsula Alcohol Safety Action Program. Finally, it directs the Clerk of the House to present a copy of the resolution to Miles' family as a formal expression of respect.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution honors the life of Lois D. McClellan, a respected educator and community leader from South Chesterfield who passed away in May 2024. The document formally acknowledges her achievements, including her groundbreaking academic career and her extensive volunteer work with organizations like the Girl Scouts and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. As a commemorative measure, the House of Delegates directs its Clerk to create a copy of this resolution to present to McClellan's family as a gesture of respect. This action does not alter any laws or policies but serves to publicly recognize her contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors the life of Christine L. Marrow, a respected member of the Sandston community who passed away on June 22, 2024. The document formally acknowledges her contributions as a wife, mother, and grandmother, noting her dedication to her family and her faith. It directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to present a copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of respect. This measure is a commemorative act with no impact on laws or public policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the memory of Larry Eugene Chavis, a former Richmond City Council member and mayor who passed away in April 2024. It formally acknowledges his contributions as a businessman and public servant while expressing the House of Delegates' respect for his legacy. The bill directs the Clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution to present to Chavis's family as a gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Maxine Ragland Ross, a Henrico County resident who celebrated her 25th anniversary of a successful heart transplant. It recognizes her survival and continued vitality as a testament to modern medicine and her personal strength. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of the document to present to Ms. Ross as a gesture of appreciation and well-wishes.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution honors the life of William H. Joyner, Ed.D., a respected educator and community member from Richmond who passed away in April 2024. The document outlines his career achievements, including 36 years of service as a teacher, coach, and administrator in Richmond Public Schools, as well as his contributions to music, sports, and various local organizations. It formally records the House of Delegates' sadness at his passing and directs the Clerk to present a copy of the resolution to Joyner's family as a gesture of respect.

Task Force on Maternal Health Data and Quality Measures; report. Directs the State Health Commissioner to reestablish the Task Force on Maternal Health Data and Quality Measures for the purpose of evaluating maternal health data collection processes to guide policies in the Commonwealth to improve maternal care, quality, and outcomes for all birthing people in the Commonwealth. The bill directs the Task Force to report its findings and conclusions to the Governor and General Assembly by December 1 of each year regarding its activities. The bill directs the Task Force to conclude its work by December 1, 2025. This bill reestablishes the Task Force on Maternal Health Data and Quality Measures that concluded on December 1, 2023. The bill incorporates HB 169.

Public elementary and secondary schools; student discipline; evidence-based restorative disciplinary practices. Prohibits, except in certain cases involving specific offenses enumerated in applicable law or in cases in which the division superintendent or his designee finds that aggravating circumstances, as defined by the Department of Education, exist, any public elementary or secondary school student from being suspended, expelled, or excluded from attendance at school without first considering at least one evidence-based restorative disciplinary practice such as community conferencing, community service, mentoring, a peer jury, peer mediation, positive behavioral interventions and supports, a restorative circle, or the Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports. The bill also requires the Department to add as part of the student behavior and administrative response collection required pursuant to relevant law the use of evidence-based restorative disciplinary practices as a behavioral intervention in order to evaluate the use and effectiveness of such practices. This bill is identical to SB 586.

Railroad safety; civil penalties. Adds various requirements for railroad companies, including (i) prohibiting placing stationary cars or trains on its track within 1,500 feet on bothsides of any crossing of a railroad with a highway; (ii) prohibitingtrains that exceed 8,500 feet in length on any mainline or branchline; (iii) requiring a crew of at least two qualified individualson all trains, locomotives, or light engines used in connection withmoving freight; (iv) requiring warning signs or devices for certaintrack obstructions that could endanger a railroad company employee; and (v) requiring walkways adjacent to yard tracks where employeesregularly perform switching service. The bill requires that finesfor a violation of the train-length requirement be deposited in theShortline Railway Preservation and Development Fund for railway safetyprojects.