Del. Josh Thomas

Constitutional amendment (second reference); qualifications of voters and the right to vote; persons not entitled to vote. Provides that every person who meets the qualifications of voters set forth in the Constitution shall have the fundamental right to vote in the Commonwealth and that such right shall not be abridged by law, except for persons who have been convicted of a felony and persons who have been adjudicated to lack the capacity to understand the act of voting. A person who has been convicted of a felony shall not be entitled to vote during any period of incarceration for such felony conviction, but upon release from incarceration for that felony conviction and without further action required of him such person shall be invested with all political rights, including the right to vote. Currently, in order to be qualified to vote a person convicted of a felony must have his civil rights restored by the Governor or other appropriate authority. The amendment also provides that a person adjudicated by a court of competent jurisdiction as lacking the capacity to understand the act of voting shall not be entitled to vote during this period of incapacity until his capacity has been reestablished as prescribed by law. Currently, the Constitution provides that a person who has been adjudicated to be mentally incompetent is not qualified to vote until his competency is reestablished.

Constitutional amendment (second reference); marriage between two adult persons; repeal of same-sex marriage prohibition; affirmative right to marry. Repeals the constitutional provision defining marriage as only a union between one man and one woman as well as the related provisions that are no longer valid as a result of the United States Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, 576 U.S. 644 (2015). The amendment prohibits the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from denying the issuance of a marriage license to two adult persons seeking a lawful marriage on the basis of the sex, gender, or race of such persons. The Commonwealth and its political subdivisions are required to recognize any lawful marriage between two adult persons and to treat such marriages equally under the law, regardless of the sex, gender, or race of such persons.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of Robert B. Weir by formally recognizing his contributions. It is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or affect public policy. The legislation has been passed by both the Senate and the House, following standard legislative procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the Gainesville High School boys' indoor track and field team for their achievements. It is a ceremonial resolution that does not create new laws or require funding, but instead serves to honor the team's accomplishments. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House through voice votes without opposition.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the achievements of the Battlefield High School gymnastics team. It is a ceremonial resolution that expresses appreciation for the team's accomplishments but does not create new laws or change any policies. The measure was approved by both the Senate and the House through voice votes, indicating broad agreement without debate. As a commendation, it serves as an official record of the school's success rather than implementing any regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends Sara Antillon for her contributions. It is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or require funding. The legislation was passed by voice vote in both the Senate and the House without significant debate. Its primary purpose is to honor an individual rather than to change policy or affect public programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends the Superior Paving Corporation for its contributions. It does not create new laws, impose regulations, or affect any government programs. The measure serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes and commends Nova Patient Care. It does not create new laws, change funding, or alter any policies. The measure was approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and serves as an official acknowledgment of the organization's contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Dennis L. Dunlap through a House resolution. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his contributions. The measure was passed by voice vote in the House of Representatives and is intended to honor the individual mentioned in the title.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Young Democrats Disability Caucus, a group within the Democratic Party that advocates for the interests of people with disabilities. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the caucus's work. The measure was approved by the House of Representatives through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the recognition.