Sen. Schuyler VanValkenburg

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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 299) is a ceremonial commendation expressing support for the Washington Commanders professional football team. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or funding. The Senate unanimously passed it on February 20, 2025, with no recorded opposition. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects no individuals or groups beyond acknowledging the team's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Linda Ford for her contributions. It passed unanimously in both the Senate and House via voice vote, with final passage recorded on February 19, 2025. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policies, funding, or regulations. It serves solely to recognize an individual's service.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 362) formally commends Sergeant Floyd Hugo Miles, Jr. for his service and life. It is a symbolic resolution passed by both the Senate and House with no legal effect or direct impact on individuals or policies. The measure serves only as a formal recognition of his contributions, with no provisions or mechanisms beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment. It does not alter laws, allocate funds, or affect any specific group or program.

Maddy summarySJ 363 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Virginia Spaceport Authority for its work in advancing space exploration and economic development in Virginia. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely symbolic recognition. The bill passed both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly with unanimous voice votes in February 2025. It honors the Authority's contributions but has no binding effect or direct impact on residents, businesses, or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SJ 366) formally commends Leanne Eyler for her contributions, without imposing any legal requirements or altering policies. It directly affects no individuals or entities beyond expressing legislative recognition. The bill passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025 and is now enrolled as a formal commendation. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 372) is a formal commendation resolution honoring former state legislator L.A. Harris, Jr. It does not create any new laws or policies. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate and House (by voice vote) as a ceremonial gesture recognizing his service. No specific policy changes or affected groups are involved, as it is purely a symbolic expression of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 371) is a ceremonial resolution commending Hoda Kotb, a well-known television host and co-anchor, for her contributions. It does not create any legal requirements or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's appreciation through a formal statement. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding effect and passed unanimously in both chambers.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 357) is a symbolic resolution commending the Nepali community in the Greater Richmond, Virginia area for their contributions to the region. It does not create new laws or policies, nor does it directly affect any individuals or organizations through regulatory changes. The resolution serves as a formal expression of recognition from the Virginia General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 280) is a procedural resolution commending the annual House-Senate basketball game held to raise funds for Massey Cancer Center. It directly recognizes the event's charitable purpose in supporting cancer care and research at Massey Cancer Center. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter policies, but formally acknowledges the game's benefit to the center. The bill was tabled in the Rules Committee on February 17, 2025.