Rep. Baxter Ennis

Public safety officer; definition. Adds dispatchers and animal control officers to the definition of a public safety officer for purposes of possible selection by the Governor for the Commonwealth Public Safety Medal of Valor, presented for performance above and beyond the call of duty involving extraordinary valor in the face of grave danger, at great personal risk. However, the bill specifies that dispatchers and animal control officers are not included in the definition of public safety officer for the purpose of an injury where weather constitutes a particular risk of a public safety officer's employment to be compensable under the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act.

Maddy summaryHR 853 is a ceremonial resolution commending Khadijeh Aslankhani for her contributions, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on legislation. It serves solely as a formal expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. The bill was passed by voice vote and engrossed without debate, reflecting standard procedural steps for such resolutions. As a commemorative measure, it does not allocate funds, alter laws, or affect any specific group or policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 861) that formally commends Dr. McKinley L. Price, D.D.S., for his contributions. It does not create any new laws, obligations, or direct impacts on policies or constituents. The resolution serves as a non-binding expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. It passed the House by voice vote on February 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 749 is a non-binding House resolution honoring Clarence Stewart Preston. It commemorates his life through a formal expression of respect by the House of Representatives. The bill passed the House on April 1, 2025, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on constituents or laws. This type of resolution serves only a symbolic purpose and does not create new obligations or alter existing regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 674 is a procedural resolution commending Arthur Ellsworth Dick Howard, a recognized individual in the community. It does not establish new laws or affect any policies, programs, or specific groups. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for Howard's contributions, as passed by voice vote on February 17, 2025. This is a symbolic gesture with no concrete policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 668 is a ceremonial resolution that formally honors the individuals selected for induction into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in 2025. It directly recognizes these inductees, who are athletes, coaches, or contributors to sports in Virginia. The bill does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any government programs or funding. It serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Virginia House of Delegates. This is a standard procedural bill with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 558 is a non-binding resolution passed by the House of Representatives to honor Roxane Gatling Gilmore. It commemorates her life and contributions without creating any legal obligations or affecting specific individuals or policies. The bill was formally agreed to by the House on February 3, 2025, and is now in the process of being sent to the Senate for consideration. As a commemorative resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryHR 628 is a symbolic resolution commending advocates, survivors, families, and others impacted by triple-negative breast cancer. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group through legal or financial mechanisms. The bill passed the House of Representatives on February 19, 2025, by voice vote, but remains a non-binding expression of support without legislative effect. As a commemorative resolution, it serves solely to recognize these individuals' experiences and efforts.

Maddy summaryHJ 683 is a joint resolution honoring the life and legacy of William Woodford. It does not create new laws or affect policies, as it is a commemorative resolution recognizing Woodford's contributions. The resolution was passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in February 2025. This type of resolution typically serves to acknowledge historical figures or events without altering legal obligations or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution (HJ 682) formally honors the life and contributions of William Flora through legislative acknowledgment. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The resolution serves as a commemorative gesture recognizing Flora's legacy, consistent with standard ceremonial resolutions.