Sen. Mamie Locke

Maddy summaryHJ 616 is a ceremonial resolution commending Colonel Gary T. Settle for his service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals financially or operationally. The resolution formally recognizes his contributions through a non-binding expression of appreciation from the legislature. This procedural bill was passed unanimously by both chambers with no substantive impact beyond the symbolic commendation.

Definition of public aircraft; sunset. Extends from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2030, the sunset of changes made to the definition of "public aircraft" by the 2018 Session of the General Assembly. The sunset was previously extended from September 1, 2023, to July 1, 2025, by the 2022 Session of the General Assembly.

Maddy summaryHJ 564 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late Honorable Henry Levander Marsh, III, recognizing his contributions to the state. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group, as it is purely commemorative. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate and was formally adopted by the legislature. This type of resolution serves to acknowledge an individual's legacy without implementing policy changes.

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.

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 bill is a symbolic resolution commending the Roanoke Star, a historic landmark in Roanoke, Virginia. Passed by both the House and Senate in January 2025 with voice votes, it formally honors the landmark's cultural and historical significance. The resolution has no legal effect, does not change laws, and does not directly affect any individuals or policies. It serves as a ceremonial gesture of recognition by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryHJ 470 is a non-binding resolution commending program partners who contributed to the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission's Fincastle Resolutions events. It directly recognizes organizations and individuals involved in hosting or supporting these commemorative activities honoring the 1775 Fincastle Resolutions, a pivotal moment in Virginia's Revolutionary history. The bill serves solely as a formal expression of appreciation with no policy impact or legal effect. It does not create new requirements, alter funding, or affect any laws or regulations. The resolution passed both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly in early 2025.

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 Senate resolution (SR 317) formally commends Dr. McKinley L. Price for his contributions, with no policy changes or affected parties beyond the individual honored. It serves as a ceremonial recognition with no legislative impact. The resolution passed unanimously by voice vote on February 22, 2025, and was engrossed by the Senate.

Maddy summarySR 326 is a Senate resolution commending Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg for its community work. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a ceremonial recognition with no binding impact. The resolution was unanimously approved by the Senate in February 2025. This type of bill formally acknowledges an organization's contributions without altering legal obligations or providing funding.