Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 434), not a policy bill. It formally commends Dr. William Ferguson Reid for his service, with no legal effect or impact on any individuals or policies. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it expresses legislative recognition but does not create any new requirements or change existing law.
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Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 442) passed by both the Senate and House on February 19-20, 2025, to honor the life of Henry Mills Harris. It has no policy provisions or concrete impact on laws, budgets, or specific groups. The resolution serves as a symbolic recognition of Harris's contributions, with no associated legislative action or funding. As a procedural measure, it does not affect any laws or regulations.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Voices for Virginia's Children, an organization focused on child welfare advocacy. It formally recognizes the group's work through a symbolic gesture approved by both the Virginia Senate and House. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or programs. The measure serves only to honor the organization's contributions without implementing any concrete policy changes.
Maddy summarySJ 337 is a ceremonial resolution commending Ken Jessup for his contributions. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or affect any individuals or groups. The bill was introduced and laid on the clerk's desk but failed to pass on February 22, 2025, meaning it did not become law. This type of resolution is purely symbolic and has no binding effect.
Maddy summaryHJ 577 is a ceremonial resolution commending Dave Perno for his service. It has no policy impact or effect on laws, as it is a formal expression of appreciation without requiring any action or funding. The resolution was agreed to by the House on February 10, 2025, but ultimately failed to pass on February 22, 2025, meaning it did not become official. This is a procedural resolution with no concrete policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 298) commending Felix Maurizio for his contributions. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is a formal expression of appreciation from the Senate. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate on February 21, 2025, following standard procedural steps for such non-binding resolutions. It does not affect any laws, policies, or individuals beyond recognizing Maurizio's work.
Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding Senate resolution (SR 268) honoring Joseph Woodrow Snavely, Jr. It formally celebrates his life and contributions but does not create any new laws or policies. The resolution was passed by the Senate on February 20, 2025, and has no direct impact on legislation or affected individuals. It serves solely as a commemorative gesture.
Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 265) is a ceremonial resolution commending Virginia Natural Gas for its service to customers in Virginia. It does not create new laws, alter regulations, or affect any specific policies or programs. The resolution passed unanimously by the Senate on February 19, 2025, with no further legislative action required. As a symbolic gesture, it directly recognizes the company's contributions without imposing any obligations or changes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 270) that formally expresses the Senate's appreciation for Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. It does not create any new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or policies. The bill simply commends the shipyard for its contributions, as noted in the official abstract. It was passed by the Senate via voice vote on February 19, 2025, but represents only a symbolic gesture with no binding effect.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates March in 2025 and every year after as Persian Heritage Month in Virginia. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes, budget impacts, or legal requirements. The bill was unanimously approved by both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates on February 20, 2025. It recognizes Persian cultural heritage but does not create new rights, programs, or obligations for any specific group.