Sen. Jennifer Carroll Foy

Maddy summarySJ 404 is a ceremonial resolution commending South County High School for its achievements. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies - it is a formal expression of praise from the legislature. The bill passed unanimously in both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025. As a procedural resolution, it has no practical policy impact beyond recognizing the school's work.

Maddy summarySJ 443 is a ceremonial resolution commending Tara Dower for her contributions, likely in a community or professional capacity. It has no policy provisions, funding, or regulatory impact - it serves only as a formal expression of recognition. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate and House via voice vote in early March 2025. Such resolutions are standard procedural measures with no effect on laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 434), not a policy bill. It formally commends Dr. William Ferguson Reid for his service, with no legal effect or impact on any individuals or policies. The resolution passed both the Senate and House by voice vote in February 2025. As a symbolic gesture, it expresses legislative recognition but does not create any new requirements or change existing law.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Voices for Virginia's Children, an organization focused on child welfare advocacy. It formally recognizes the group's work through a symbolic gesture approved by both the Virginia Senate and House. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or programs. The measure serves only to honor the organization's contributions without implementing any concrete policy changes.

Maddy summarySJ 337 is a ceremonial resolution commending Ken Jessup for his contributions. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or affect any individuals or groups. The bill was introduced and laid on the clerk's desk but failed to pass on February 22, 2025, meaning it did not become law. This type of resolution is purely symbolic and has no binding effect.

Adult adoptee access to original birth certificate; contact preference form. Allows the State Registrar to provide, upon written request, any adult adopted person access to his original birth certificate. The bill allows a birth parent to indicate whether they would like to be contacted by an adoptee on a contact preference form provided by the State Registrar that shall accompany the adoptee's original birth certificate, which shall be released to an adopted person when he requests his original birth certificate.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 298) commending Felix Maurizio for his contributions. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is a formal expression of appreciation from the Senate. The resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate on February 21, 2025, following standard procedural steps for such non-binding resolutions. It does not affect any laws, policies, or individuals beyond recognizing Maurizio's work.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding Senate resolution (SR 268) honoring Joseph Woodrow Snavely, Jr. It formally celebrates his life and contributions but does not create any new laws or policies. The resolution was passed by the Senate on February 20, 2025, and has no direct impact on legislation or affected individuals. It serves solely as a commemorative gesture.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 265) is a ceremonial resolution commending Virginia Natural Gas for its service to customers in Virginia. It does not create new laws, alter regulations, or affect any specific policies or programs. The resolution passed unanimously by the Senate on February 19, 2025, with no further legislative action required. As a symbolic gesture, it directly recognizes the company's contributions without imposing any obligations or changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 274) that formally commends the Omicron Zeta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for its community service and contributions. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply expresses legislative recognition through a formal statement of appreciation. The resolution was unanimously approved by the Senate and now proceeds to the House for consideration.