Corporations; decentralized autonomous organizations. Creates a regulatory framework for decentralized autonomous organizations, defined in the bill as a distinct legal entity that operates through blockchain-based governance frameworks, incorporating self-executing smart contracts and decentralized decision-making mechanisms. The bill provides that an entity seeking to become a decentralized autonomous organization must file its articles of organization with the State Corporation Commission in order to seek a certificate of organization and requires such articles of organization to designate an operator of record. The bill permits a limited liability company to elect to become a decentralized autonomous organization with management vested in its members or smart contracts and contains requirements for its articles of organization and operating agreements. The bill also contains provisions governing the relationships and rights of members of a decentralized autonomous organization and for the dissolution of a decentralized autonomous organization. The provisions of the bill do not become effective unless reenacted by the 2026 Session of the General Assembly.
Del. Cliff Hayes
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Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution honoring the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. It does not create new laws or policies, but formally recognizes the sorority chapter's community service and contributions. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives with a voice vote on February 21, 2025. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment without any binding legal effect or direct impact on constituents.
Maddy summaryHR 850 is a symbolic resolution commending Forest Park High School's robotics program for its achievements. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it simply recognizes the program's efforts through a formal House resolution. The bill passed the House unanimously by voice vote on February 21, 2025, and was engrossed for further consideration. This type of resolution has no binding effect or direct impact on students, staff, or funding.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution commending the Prince William County Community Foundation for its work in the community. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The bill serves only as a symbolic gesture of recognition from the House of Representatives. As a procedural resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.
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 868 is a non-binding House resolution commending Edward L. Wright, Jr. for his contributions. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any policies or individuals beyond this symbolic recognition. The resolution passed the House by voice vote on February 21, 2025, and is purely ceremonial. As a commendation bill, it has no substantive policy impact.
Maddy summaryHR 846 is a House resolution that formally commemorates the life and legacy of Carter G. Woodson, known as the "Father of Black History." It honors his contributions as a historian and founder of Negro History Week (which evolved into Black History Month) without creating new laws or affecting any specific groups or policies. The resolution passed the House unanimously by voice vote on April 3, 2025, and is now pending Senate consideration. As a commemorative measure, it serves to recognize Woodson's historical impact through official acknowledgment.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 884) formally expresses appreciation for the contributions of the Vietnamese American community. It is a symbolic gesture with no legal effect or policy changes, directly addressing the community itself. The bill does not create new obligations, alter laws, or impact government programs. It serves solely to recognize the community's role in the United States.
Maddy summaryHR 869 is a ceremonial resolution commending Paul L. Wilson, Sr., recognizing his contributions. This procedural bill does not create new policies or affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups; it solely expresses legislative appreciation through a formal statement.