Sen. Schuyler VanValkenburg

Maddy summaryHJ 560 is a resolution that formally honors the Faison Center, a community facility, for its contributions to the local area. It passed both the House and Senate with voice votes and was filed as passed on March 19, 2025. The bill serves as a symbolic recognition without creating new laws or affecting any policies, programs, or individuals directly. As a procedural resolution, it does not impose obligations or alter existing regulations.

Maddy summaryHJ 533 is a ceremonial joint resolution honoring Stella Dikos, a deceased individual. It does not create policy changes or affect any group; it simply expresses the legislature's recognition of her life. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in early 2025 and was enrolled as a formal legislative expression of commemoration.

Maddy summaryHJ 511 is a commemorative resolution passed by both the House and Senate in early 2025 to honor the late poet and activist Nikki Giovanni. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; instead, it formally recognizes her contributions to literature and civil rights. The resolution was adopted without debate or committee action, following standard procedure for symbolic legislative actions. This is a purely ceremonial measure with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution commending the Roanoke Star, a historic landmark in Roanoke, Virginia. Passed by both the House and Senate in January 2025 with voice votes, it formally honors the landmark's cultural and historical significance. The resolution has no legal effect, does not change laws, and does not directly affect any individuals or policies. It serves as a ceremonial gesture of recognition by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Barry Eugene DuVal for his contributions. It is a ceremonial gesture with no policy impact or effect on legislation, as it does not create new laws, alter regulations, or affect any group or individual. The bill passed both chambers by voice vote with no substantive changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 410) is a ceremonial resolution commending the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for its work. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution formally expresses legislative appreciation but has no binding effect or practical impact. It passed both chambers of the legislature by voice vote in early 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 418) that formally commends Hamidullah Noori for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or obligations. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate and House via voice vote on February 19-20, 2025, and was signed into effect. It serves solely as a symbolic recognition of Noori's work.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends three cricket organizations in Central Virginia: the Central Virginia Cricket Association, Capital Women's Cricket League, and Richmond Youth Cricket. As a ceremonial resolution, it expresses legislative appreciation for their contributions to the community but does not create new laws or obligations. It passed unanimously in both the Senate and House on February 19-20, 2025, and was finalized on March 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 406) is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends the Virginia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol for its service. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies - it is purely symbolic recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Virginia Senate and House in February 2025. It expresses legislative appreciation for the Civil Air Patrol's contributions but has no binding effect or practical impact beyond the statement itself.

Maddy summarySJ 408 is a ceremonial resolution formally honoring the United States Army for its service. It does not create new laws or affect specific individuals or policies; instead, it expresses legislative recognition through a symbolic gesture. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House in February 2025, with no substantive policy changes or implementation mechanisms. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect beyond the expression of praise.