Study; JLARC; Virginia's campaign finance laws; report. Directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) to study Virginia's campaign finance laws. In its study, JLARC is directed to (i) identify any legal, technical, and staffing shortcomings in the current election and campaign finance laws relating to (a) reporting and investigating violations, (b) enforcing legal and regulatory requirements, and (c) implementing directions from state government at the local level and (ii) determine whether current budgetary allocations are sufficient to effectively carry out such aspects of the campaign finance system. To that end, JLARC is directed to analyze how existing campaign finance and election laws can be modernized to increase transparency and accountability using best practices from other jurisdictions across the United States and to produce a report of clear recommendations and best practices for improving the current system.
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Maddy summarySR 258 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending the United States Army for its service. It expresses appreciation for the Army's contributions but does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The bill has no direct impact on citizens, programs, or regulations, as it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition. It passed unanimously in the Senate on February 13, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 247) commending Jon Phillip Lugbill for his contributions. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any group or individual beyond the symbolic recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate on February 13, 2025, following standard procedural steps. As a commemorative measure, it has no substantive policy impact.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 254) honoring Peggy Lynn Davis. It formally celebrates her life and contributions but does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct impact on constituents or legislative action beyond recognition. The bill was passed by the Senate on February 13, 2025.
Maddy summarySR 253 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry for its service to the communities it connects in Virginia. It does not create new laws or allocate funding; it is a symbolic gesture recognizing the ferry's role in transportation and regional connectivity. The bill passed the Virginia Senate unanimously on February 13, 2025, with a voice vote. This resolution directly affects the ferry's operators and riders by formally acknowledging its importance, though it has no direct policy or financial impact.
Maddy summarySR 251 is a Senate resolution celebrating the life of William Gerald Massengill. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; it is a ceremonial resolution honoring a person. The resolution was introduced, passed by the Senate, and engrossed on February 13, 2025, as a formal expression of respect. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved.
Statewide housing targets for localities. Requires localities to increase their total housing stock by at least 7.5 percent over the five-year period beginning January 1, 2027. The bill provides that in order to meet the 7.5 percent growth target, a locality shall develop a housing growth plan that best meets the needs of the locality and may include any of various listed housing growth strategies. The bill further provides that after January 1, 2032, an applicant who seeks local government approval for a residential development that will have the effect of increasing the supply of housing in a locality and has that application rejected may, in addition to other remedies, appeal such decision to the Housing Approval Board, which shall be established by the Director of the Department of Housing and Community Development. The bill authorizes the Housing Approval Board to overturn local decisions and approve applications under certain circumstances. However, if the Housing Approval Board determines that a locality has in good faith implemented at least three of the housing growth strategies listed in the bill and has not rejected more than 25 percent of new housing development proposals over the previous five years, the Housing Approval Board shall allow the local decision to stand. Finally, the bill provides that the Housing Approval Board shall give extra weight for increases in affordable housing and for the rehabilitation of current, underutilized housing stock. The bill has a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and contributions of Thomas S. Whipple. It passed the Senate on February 6, 2025, and the House on February 10, 2025, and is now awaiting the governor's action. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 323) commending Billy Wagner, a notable individual, for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a formal expression of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate (February 6) and House (February 10) by voice vote. It was finalized as passed on February 11.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SJ 340) is a ceremonial measure honoring Benjamin "Rod" Rodriguez. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals, groups, or policies. The bill passed both the Senate (Feb 6) and House (Feb 10) without substantive changes, as is standard for commemorative resolutions. It serves only to formally recognize Rodriguez's life through legislative acknowledgment.