Sen. Bill DeSteph

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 361) is a ceremonial resolution commending the Chincoteague Island Pony Swim, an annual event where ponies are rounded up and swam to Chincoteague Island, Virginia. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply expresses formal legislative recognition of the event. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025, with no substantive changes to regulations or funding. It directly honors the event organizers, participants, and the community tradition, but has no legal effect beyond symbolic acknowledgment.

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 bill (SJ 367) is a ceremonial resolution commending the 100th Infantry (Century) Division for its service during World War II. It has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or laws, as it is a formal expression of appreciation approved by both the Senate and House. The resolution passed unanimously through voice votes and was formally enacted on February 19, 2025. It serves solely to honor the division's historical contributions without altering any legal obligations or programs.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) commending STIHL, Inc. for its contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or directly affect any individuals or entities beyond expressing legislative appreciation. The resolution passed both chambers with voice votes and is now formally recorded. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are involved.

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 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 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.

Maddy summarySR 259 is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for its work. It does not create new laws or affect regulations; it solely expresses the Senate's appreciation through a symbolic gesture. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate on February 13, 2025, and passed without debate. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it has no direct impact on policy or affected parties beyond acknowledging the Chamber's contributions.