Sen. Scott Surovell

Casino gaming; eligible host localities. Adds Fairfax County to the list of localities eligible to host a casino in the Commonwealth and provides that any proposed site for a casino gaming establishment considered by Fairfax County shall be (i) located within one-quarter of a mile of an existing station on the Metro Silver Line, (ii) part of a coordinated mixed-use project development consisting of no less than 1.5 million square feet, (iii) within two miles of a regional enclosed mall containing not less than 1.5 million square feet of gross building area, and (iv) outside of the Interstate 495 Beltway.

Northern Virginia Transportation Authority; recommendations related to the Northern Virginia Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Study; report. Directs the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority to coordinate with the Department of Transportation and certain other stakeholders to examine the findings of the Department of Transportation's December 2024 Northern Virginia Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Study and make recommendations on a method to implement and fund the infrastructure needs and other objectives identified in such study.

Seizure of moneys or other assets of value used in connection with or derived from financial exploitation of vulnerable adults. Permits a law-enforcement officer, an attorney for the Commonwealth, the Office of the Attorney General, or other interested party to seek a seizure warrant from a judge or petition a court for the seizure of moneys or other assets of value where there is suspected probable cause to conclude that a vulnerable adult is being financially exploited. The bill allows a court, upon motion of the complainant and for good cause shown, to order the release of all moneys or other assets of value. Any remaining moneys or other assets of value may also be released to the owner by the court with the consent of the attorney for the Commonwealth.

Department of Emergency Management and the Department of Health to study the makeup and composition of the emergency management regions, state health regions, and local health districts; report. Directs the Department of Emergency Management and the Department of Health to study the makeup and composition of the seven emergency management regions, the five Virginia health regions, and the 35 local health districts to determine the feasibility of mutually beneficial alignment of such regions and districts. The bill directs the Departments to complete their work and report findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than November 30, 2025. This bill is a recommendation of the Joint Subcommittee to Study Pandemic Response and Preparedness in the Commonwealth.

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.

Study; Division of Purchases and Supply; development of dynamic stockpile strategy; report. Directs the Division of Purchases and Supply, in conjunction with the Department of Emergency Management, to study and recommend a dynamic stockpile strategy for use in times of emergencies. The bill directs the Division to complete its work and report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than November 30, 2025. This bill is a recommendation of the Joint Subcommittee to Study Pandemic Response and Preparedness in the Commonwealth.

Study; Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security; feasibility of establishing a centralized Continuity of Operations framework across all state agencies; work group; report. Directs the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security to convene a work group to study the feasibility of establishing a centralized Continuity of Operations framework across all state agencies mandating the creation and regular updating of agency-specific continuity plans. In conducting its study, the work group shall include consideration of standardized guidelines for digital infrastructure upgrades, remote work capabilities, and staff training on emergency procedures. The bill directs the work group to complete its work and report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly no later than November 30, 2025. This bill is a recommendation of the Joint Subcommittee to Study Pandemic Response and Preparedness in the Commonwealth.

Maddy summarySR 257 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Hollin Hall Cleaners for their services. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Senate. The resolution passed unanimously by the Senate on February 13, 2025, as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 260) formally honors J. Dean Norton through a commendation. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group or policy; it is a procedural recognition. The resolution passed unanimously by the Senate on February 13, 2025, as recorded in its final engrossed form.

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.