Sen. Scott Surovell

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.

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 resolution (SR 270) that formally expresses the Senate's appreciation for Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. It does not create any new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or policies. The bill simply commends the shipyard for its contributions, as noted in the official abstract. It was passed by the Senate via voice vote on February 19, 2025, but represents only a symbolic gesture with no binding effect.

Study; joint subcommittee to study the consolidation and scheduling of general elections in Virginia; report. Creates a two-year legislative study on the consolidation and scheduling of general elections in Virginia. A 13-member joint subcommittee is established, consisting of eight members of the General Assembly, four nonlegislative citizen members, and one ex officio member, and is tasked with weighing the potential and probable effects of moving some or all of Virginia's state or local elections to even-numbered years in order to coincide with the federal election schedule. Any recommendations by the joint subcommittee to consolidate or reschedule Virginia's general elections must include recommendations for any amendments to the Constitution of Virginia and the Code of Virginia needed to effectuate the shift. The joint subcommittee is given two years to complete its study, with its final report due no later than the first day of the 2027 Regular Session of the General Assembly. This resolution is identical to HJ 443.

Study; JLARC; methodology used to determine judicial allocations; report. Directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) to study the methodology used to determine judicial allocations to state courts within the Commonwealth. JLARC is directed to submit its findings and recommendations no later than the first day of the 2027 Regular Session of the General Assembly.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 299) is a ceremonial commendation expressing support for the Washington Commanders professional football team. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or funding. The Senate unanimously passed it on February 20, 2025, with no recorded opposition. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects no individuals or groups beyond acknowledging the team's achievements.