Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of Malcom Pollard McConnell III. It does not create new laws or affect public policy but serves to recognize and celebrate his legacy. The measure has been passed by both the Senate and the House and is awaiting final approval.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of Charles Harry Carrico, Jr. by formally recognizing his contributions and legacy. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a commemorative measure. The legislation was passed by both the Senate and House in March 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors the late Honorable Wyatt Beazley Durrette, Jr. by formally recognizing his contributions and legacy. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge his service. The legislation requires only a simple vote in both legislative chambers to pass. Once enacted, it stands as a formal tribute without altering any existing regulations or government operations.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of Ronyell Deshawn Whitaker. It does not create new laws or policies but serves to recognize and celebrate his legacy. The measure has been passed by both the Senate and House and is now awaiting final action. Such resolutions are symbolic gestures intended to acknowledge individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities.
Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of Christian A. Jurgensen III through a legislative resolution. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal recognition of his contributions. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House in March 2026.
Maddy summaryThis is a procedural Senate resolution (SJ 118) that formally celebrates the life of Martin Gerald Farber. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or groups. The resolution was introduced on February 20, 2026, and passed by the Senate on March 5, 2026, as a ceremonial gesture. It serves solely to honor the memory of Martin Gerald Farber without implementing any concrete policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SJ 132) honoring the late Charles Douglas Poindexter. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution simply expresses the Senate's recognition of Poindexter's life and contributions. It was passed unanimously by the Senate on March 5, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 141) proposes holding a commemorative session at the Colonial Capitol in Williamsburg, Virginia. It would authorize the use of this historic site for a special legislative session to honor local history. The bill is currently referred to the Committee on Rules for further consideration. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates the first Thursday in May 2026 and every year thereafter as "National Day of Prayer" within Virginia. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it simply establishes an annual ceremonial observance. The designation applies to the Commonwealth of Virginia and aligns with the existing federal National Day of Prayer observed on the first Thursday of May. The bill passed the Virginia Senate with unanimous voice votes in early 2026.
Department of General Services; independent agency; evaluation. Directs the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee and the House Appropriations Committee to convene a work group to assess the process and provide recommendations related to the transition of the Department of General Services from an executive branch agency to an independent agency of the Commonwealth pursuant to the intent of the General Assembly that (i) the Department transition to better serve the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, as well as independent agencies of the Commonwealth, and political subdivisions thereof, equally and (ii) such transition be finalized in the 2027 Regular Session. The Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee and the House Appropriations Committee shall submit a joint report of the work group's findings and recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly by October 15, 2026.
