Rep. Otto Wachsmann

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution commending the Roanoke Star, a historic landmark in Roanoke, Virginia. Passed by both the House and Senate in January 2025 with voice votes, it formally honors the landmark's cultural and historical significance. The resolution has no legal effect, does not change laws, and does not directly affect any individuals or policies. It serves as a ceremonial gesture of recognition by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the American Friends of Lafayette for their work promoting historical connections between the U.S. and France, but contains no policy changes or funding. It is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation without creating new laws or obligations. The bill passed both chambers unanimously as a symbolic gesture. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected by this resolution beyond the recognition offered.

Maddy summaryHJ 490 is a ceremonial resolution commending the life and contributions of John Lee Orrock. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's recognition and appreciation for Orrock's life, with no binding effect or implementation requirements. This type of resolution is standard for honoring individuals and has no practical impact beyond the symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryHJ 465 is a symbolic resolution commending Shenandoah University for its contributions to education and the community. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, regulations, or individuals. The bill serves solely as a formal expression of recognition from the Virginia General Assembly. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the ceremonial gesture.

Maddy summaryHJ 494 is a ceremonial resolution that expresses legislative appreciation for St. John's Church, a historic religious site. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill formally commends the church's historical significance through a symbolic gesture by the state legislature. Passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in early 2025, it has no practical impact beyond recognition.

Maddy summaryHR 500 is a symbolic resolution commending the Brunswick Academy football team for their achievements. It has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals, as it is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition. The bill was introduced, passed by voice vote in the House, and engrossed without any substantive provisions or mechanisms. This type of resolution honors a local team but does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

Maddy summaryHR 522 is a House resolution commemorating the life of William Gerald Massengill. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; instead, it serves as a formal tribute to honor his life and legacy. The resolution was passed by the House on March 10, 2025, following standard procedural steps. This is a non-binding ceremonial measure with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 481 is a House resolution commending Lawrence Douglas Wilder, Virginia's first Black governor and former lieutenant governor. It serves as a formal, symbolic recognition of his contributions to public service and leadership. The bill does not create any policy changes or affect specific groups; it is purely a ceremonial gesture. The resolution passed unanimously by the House on January 16, 2025, and was engrossed for final passage.

Maddy summaryHR 484 is a ceremonial resolution commending David W. Poole for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or obligations. The bill was formally passed by the House of Representatives via voice vote on January 27, 2025, as a symbolic gesture of recognition. It directly honors David W. Poole but has no binding effect on government actions or individuals.

Maddy summaryHR 466 is a ceremonial resolution formally recognizing the work of the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission. It does not create new laws, provide funding, or change policies - it simply expresses congressional appreciation for the Commission's efforts in supporting economic development in tobacco-dependent regions. This type of resolution is standard procedure and has no direct effect on constituents or policy implementation.