Del. Paul Krizek

Military leaves of absence for employees of the Commonwealth or political subdivisions; law-enforcement officers. Provides that any person who is employed by the Commonwealth or a political subdivision of the Commonwealth as a law-enforcement officer shall receive paid leaves of absence for up to 388 hours for which a leave of absence is required, during which such person is engaged in federally funded military duty, to include training duty, or is called forth by the Governor for military duty.

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-203.3, 2.2-401.01, 2.2-511, 2.2-614.3, 2.2-3705.3, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 2.2-3705.6, 2.2-3705.7, 2.2-3711, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 2.2-3802, 2.2-4002, 2.2-4346, 3.2-102, 3.2-6201, 4.1-100, 4.1-206.3, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 4.1-226, 6.2-603.1, 8.01-216.3, 8.01-534, 11-16.1, 11-16.2, 15.2-912.2, 15.2-2825, 18.2-513, 19.2-66, 19.2-215.1, 19.2-389, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 19.2-390, 22.1-140.1, 37.2-304, 37.2-314.2, 52-53, 52-54, 58.1-3, 58.1-439, 58.1-460, 58.1-3510, 58.1-3732.1, and 59.1-542.1 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a title numbered 29.5, containing a subtitle numbered I, consisting of chapters numbered 1 through 6, containing sections numbered 29.5-100 through 29.5-650, a subtitle numbered II, consisting of chapters numbered 7 and 8, containing sections numbered 29.5-700 through 29.5-814, and a subtitle numbered III, consisting of a chapter numbered 9, containing sections numbered 29.5-900 through 29.5-913; and to repeal §§ 2.2-2455 and 2.2-2456, Article 1 (§§ 18.2-325 through 18.2-340) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2, Article 1.1:1 (§§ 18.2-340.15 through 18.2-340.37) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2, Chapter 40 (§§ 58.1-4000 through 58.1-4048) of Title 58.1, Chapter 41 (§§ 58.1-4100 through 58.1-4141) of Title 58.1, Chapter 29 (§§ 59.1-364 through 59.1-405) of Title 59.1, Chapter 29.1 (§ 59.1-405.1) of Title 59.1, and Chapter 51 (§§ 59.1-556 through 59.1-570) of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Gaming Commission established; penalties.

Earned income tax credit. Removes the sunset from and makes permanent the increase in Virginia's refundable earned income tax credit from 15 percent to 20 percent of the allowable federal earned income tax credit. Under current law, the Virginia refundable earned income tax credit expires in taxable year 2027, and Virginia's nonrefundable earned income tax credit, which has no expiration date, is equal to 20 percent of the federal credit.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the life of Romayne Elizabeth Marschak. It does not create new laws or affect public policy but serves to officially recognize her contributions and legacy. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives and is intended to celebrate her memory rather than implement regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Colonel James T. O'Kelley, a retired member of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, for his service. It is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies. The legislation simply expresses appreciation for his contributions to the military.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of Bernard L. Henderson, Jr. It does not create new laws, impose regulations, or affect specific groups of people. Instead, it serves as a formal expression of respect and recognition within the legislative body. The measure was passed by the House to acknowledge Henderson's contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Georgina Aye, a specific individual, for her contributions or achievements. It does not create new laws, change policies, or affect any groups of people beyond recognizing this one person. The measure is a ceremonial resolution intended to honor Aye's name and legacy in the legislative record.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of Christopher Lansing Yates. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies. Instead, it serves as a formal legislative record to acknowledge his contributions and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the life of Robert Avery Peay, Jr. It does not create new laws, change funding, or affect government operations. Instead, its primary purpose is to formally recognize and celebrate the legacy of this individual. The legislation has been passed by the House of Representatives and is intended to serve as a tribute rather than a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Janice Edwards-Dalton, a specific individual, for her contributions or service. It does not create new laws, change policies, or affect the general public. The measure is a ceremonial resolution that simply expresses appreciation and is intended to be recorded in the legislative history.