Sen. Mark Obenshain

Maddy summaryThis non-binding resolution formally honors The Salvation Army of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County for its community service. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any specific individuals or policies. The bill serves solely as a symbolic expression of appreciation from the Virginia General Assembly. As a procedural commendation, it has no practical impact beyond recognition.

Maddy summaryHJ 582 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Paulina Yager Campbell. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it solely serves to formally recognize and celebrate her life. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate in February 2025, as documented in the legislative actions. This type of bill is standard for expressing collective respect for individuals, with no direct impact on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHJ 584 is a commemorative resolution honoring Dr. Golden Bethune-Hill, recognizing her contributions to the community. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group through legislative action. The resolution was passed unanimously by the Senate on February 12, 2025, and formally adopted by the legislature. As a ceremonial measure, it has no substantive policy impact.

Fire insurance; assignment of claims prohibited. Prohibits a fire insurance policy or a fire insurance policy in combination with other coverages from assigning or otherwise transferring, in whole or in part, to any other person the duties, rights, or benefits of the insured under the policy arising from a claim or covered loss without written consent of the insurer. Any such contract provision is void and unenforceable under the bill. This bill is identical to HB 1628.

Commonwealth Rail Fund; Shortline Railway Preservation and Development Fund. Removes the $4 million cap on those Commonwealth Rail Fund (Fund) moneys distributed to the Department of Rail and Public Transportation that may be applied to the Shortline Railway Preservation and Development Fund and instead provides that up to 50 percent of such Fund moneys may be applied to the Shortline Railway Preservation and Development Fund. The bill retains the current provisions granting 93 percent of Fund moneys to the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority and seven percent to the Department of Rail and Public Transportation. This bill is identical to HB 1603.

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 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 is a ceremonial resolution (SR 316) honoring William Denman Zirkle. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution simply expresses the Senate's recognition of Zirkle's life and contributions through a formal statement. It was passed by the Senate on March 5, 2025, as a non-binding commemorative measure.

Maddy summarySR 330 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Gerald O'Neal Clemens, a former state official. It formally recognizes his contributions and life through a Senate resolution. As a ceremonial measure, it does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any individuals or policies. The resolution was passed by the Senate on March 4, 2025.

Maddy summarySR 279 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Phillip C. Stone for his contributions. It has no legal effect or policy changes, as it is purely a formal expression of recognition. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate on February 20, 2025, and passed to the House for consideration. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond the symbolic acknowledgment.