Del. Alex Askew

Constitutional amendment (second reference); qualifications of voters and the right to vote; persons not entitled to vote. Provides that every person who meets the qualifications of voters set forth in the Constitution shall have the fundamental right to vote in the Commonwealth and that such right shall not be abridged by law, except for persons who have been convicted of a felony and persons who have been adjudicated to lack the capacity to understand the act of voting. A person who has been convicted of a felony shall not be entitled to vote during any period of incarceration for such felony conviction, but upon release from incarceration for that felony conviction and without further action required of him such person shall be invested with all political rights, including the right to vote. Currently, in order to be qualified to vote a person convicted of a felony must have his civil rights restored by the Governor or other appropriate authority. The amendment also provides that a person adjudicated by a court of competent jurisdiction as lacking the capacity to understand the act of voting shall not be entitled to vote during this period of incapacity until his capacity has been reestablished as prescribed by law. Currently, the Constitution provides that a person who has been adjudicated to be mentally incompetent is not qualified to vote until his competency is reestablished.

Constitutional amendment (second reference); marriage between two adult persons; repeal of same-sex marriage prohibition; affirmative right to marry. Repeals the constitutional provision defining marriage as only a union between one man and one woman as well as the related provisions that are no longer valid as a result of the United States Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, 576 U.S. 644 (2015). The amendment prohibits the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from denying the issuance of a marriage license to two adult persons seeking a lawful marriage on the basis of the sex, gender, or race of such persons. The Commonwealth and its political subdivisions are required to recognize any lawful marriage between two adult persons and to treat such marriages equally under the law, regardless of the sex, gender, or race of such persons.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of Christian A. Jurgensen III through a legislative resolution. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal recognition of his contributions. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House in March 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Bettie F. Williams Elementary School through a congressional commendation. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change any policies. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the school's contributions to the community. No direct actions or obligations are imposed on the school or any other entity.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes The Mount at Virginia Beach, a historic site in Virginia. It directs the House of Representatives to pass a resolution expressing appreciation for the property's historical significance. The measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the location's heritage. It was approved by the House through a voice vote and does not require further legislative action to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Union Baptist Church through a commendation resolution. It does not change laws, allocate funds, or affect public policy. The measure simply acknowledges the church's contributions and was passed by the House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Young Democrats Disability Caucus, a group within the Democratic Party that advocates for the interests of people with disabilities. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the caucus's work. The measure was approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends Daniel Webster Marshall III, a member of the House of Representatives. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his service. The measure was passed by the House through a voice vote and is now awaiting further legislative steps.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes William E. Harrell with a commendation. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and is now awaiting further legislative steps.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the Lake Taylor High School football team for their achievements. It is a ceremonial resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and serves as an official recognition of the team's accomplishments.