Sen. Aaron Rouse

An Act to amend and reenact § 3.01, as amended, § 3.01:1, and §§ 3.02:1 and 3.02:2, as amended, of Chapter 147 of the Acts of Assembly of 1962, which provided a charter for the City of Virginia Beach, and to repeal § 3.02:3 of Chapters 127 and 762 of the Acts of Assembly of 2020, relating to city council; voting districts; emergency.

Election of certain governing bodies; conversion to single-member districts. Requires every locality with a population of 400,000 or greater to elect the members of its governing body by individual single-member districts. The bill provides that a governing body's presiding officer may be elected at large. The bill further provides that any such governing body that does not already meet the requirements of the bill shall establish the required districts and shall reapportion the representation in the governing body in accordance with general law. Finally, the bill provides that for any such governing body that, prior to 2026, adopted an ordinance with a map to elect its members by individual single-member districts, such ordinance shall become effective upon the effective date of this act. This bill is identical to HB 168 and contains an emergency clause.

Lobbying; registration; local governments; penalty. Expands the definition of "lobbying" to include influencing or attempting to influence local government action, defined in the bill, or solicitation of others to influence a local government official, also defined in the bill. Current law limits such influencing to executive or legislative action and soliciting to executive or legislative officials. The bill requires the Secretary of the Commonwealth to prepare a list of the positions and names of local government officials to be revised at least semi-annually and made available to lobbyists to assist them in complying with the provisions of the bill. The bill has a delayed effective date of May 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 129) is a symbolic resolution commending the Virginia Black Restaurant Experience, a cultural initiative celebrating Black-owned restaurants in Virginia. It does not create new laws or affect any legal rights, as it is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition. The resolution formally honors the contributions of Black restaurateurs and the cultural impact of this experience within the state. It passed both chambers via voice vote but has no binding effect on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SJ 130) honors the life and legacy of Eddie L. Radden, Jr., a specific individual. It is a non-binding commemorative measure passed by both the Senate and House in 2026, expressing collective recognition for his contributions. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies or groups.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 106) commending Curtis Allen for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is solely a formal expression of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate (via voice vote on 2026-02-26) and House (via voice vote on 2026-03-02). It is a non-binding gesture with no practical impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summarySR 69 is a symbolic Senate Resolution commending the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation for its work. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate via voice vote on March 2, 2026, as a formal gesture of appreciation. This type of resolution is purely ceremonial and has no binding legal effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 113) that formally honors the life of Sincere B. Allah. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution passed both the Senate and House in February 2026 as a symbolic gesture of recognition. It directly affects no one through legislative action, serving only as a formal expression of tribute.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SJ 101) is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Gladys Mae West, a notable figure in mathematics and technology. It passed both the Senate and House in February 2026 and is now law. The resolution formally celebrates her life and contributions but does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or groups. This is a non-binding commemorative measure with no legal effect.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SJ 109) honoring Virginia Mozell Jefferson Tyler. It formally recognizes and celebrates her life and contributions, as is standard for such resolutions. The bill passed both the Senate and House in February 2026 and is now enacted as a ceremonial tribute with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on constituents or laws.