Virginia Consumer Protection Act; prohibited practices; mandatory fees or surcharges disclosure. Prohibits a supplier, in connection with a consumer transaction, from advertising or displaying a price for goods or services without clearly and conspicuously displaying the total price, which shall include all mandatory fees or surcharges, as defined in the bill. The bill specifies the requirements for compliance with its provisions for certain suppliers and excludes from its provisions (i) certain fees charged by motor vehicle dealers, as defined in relevant law; (ii) fees charged by electric utilities, natural gas utilities, and telecommunications service providers, as those terms are defined in relevant law; (iii) certain costs associated with real estate settlement services; and (iv) the provision of air transportation by air carriers. The bill requires a food delivery platform to (a) at the point when a consumer views and selects a vendor or items for purchase, include a clear and conspicuous disclosure of any additional fee or percentage charged, as defined in the bill, and (b) after a consumer selects items for purchase, but prior to checkout, display a subtotal page that itemizes the price of such selected items and any additional fee or percentage included in the total cost. This bill is identical to SB 1212.
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Electric utilities; virtual power plant pilot program. Requires Dominion Energy Virginia to petition the State Corporation Commission for approval to conduct a pilot program to evaluate methods to optimize demand through various technology applications, including the establishment of virtual power plants, by December 1, 2025. The bill requires the pilot program to evaluate electric grid capacity needs and the ability of such virtual power plants to provide grid services, including peak-shaving, during times of peak electric demand. This bill is identical to SB 1100.
Maddy summaryHR 857 is a non-binding resolution commending Tarrallton Elementary School for its educational contributions. It directly affects the school by formally recognizing its work through a symbolic gesture approved by the House. The bill passed unanimously by voice vote and was engrossed by the House on February 21, 2025, but contains no policy changes or funding provisions. This type of resolution serves only to express appreciation and has no legal effect on school operations or resources.
Maddy summaryHR 855 is a ceremonial resolution commending Marjorie Mayfield Jackson for her contributions. It does not create any new policies or affect specific groups, as it is purely symbolic recognition. The bill formally expresses the House's appreciation for Jackson's service, likely in a community, professional, or civic capacity. As a procedural measure, it has no binding effect or practical impact on legislation or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 856) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Clarice Lorine Jordan. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it solely serves to recognize and celebrate her life. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on February 21, 2025, and is a standard procedural measure for commemorative purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 851 is a non-binding resolution that formally honors the Larchmont-Edgewater Civic League for its community service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, individuals, or groups beyond this symbolic recognition. The bill was passed by the House with a voice vote and is purely ceremonial in nature.
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 860 is a non-binding resolution commending Honeysuckle Cafe for its community contributions. It expresses the House's appreciation for the cafe's role in the local area but does not create any legal obligations or alter existing laws. The resolution was passed by voice vote in the House on February 21, 2025, and contains no substantive policy provisions or direct impacts on individuals or entities. As a commemorative gesture, it has no enforceable effect beyond symbolic recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 866) is a non-binding resolution commending Keyshawn Davis for his contributions. It directly honors an individual with no impact on laws, regulations, or government operations. The resolution expresses formal recognition and appreciation but does not create any new policies, funding, or obligations. It passed the House unanimously by voice vote on February 21, 2025, as a ceremonial gesture.