Del. Alfonso Lopez

Maddy summaryHR 130 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late James A. Davis, a former public servant, by commemorating his life and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is purely ceremonial. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on February 24, 2026, and is now approved. This type of resolution is standard for recognizing individuals' service after their passing.

Purchase, sale, transfer, etc., of assault firearms and certain ammunition feeding devices prohibited; penalties. Creates a Class 1 misdemeanor for any person who imports, sells, manufactures, purchases, or transfers an assault firearm, as that term is defined in the bill with some exceptions, and prohibits a person who has been convicted of such violation from purchasing, possessing, or transporting a firearm for a period of three years from the date of conviction. The bill provides that an assault firearm does not include any firearm that is an antique firearm, has been rendered permanently inoperable, or is manually operated by bolt, pump, lever, or slide action. The bill also prohibits the sale of a large capacity ammunition feeding device, as that term is defined in the bill. The bill provides that any person who willfully and intentionally (i) sells an assault firearm to another person or (ii) purchases an assault firearm from another person is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor and that any person who imports, sells, barters, transfers, or purchases a large capacity ammunition feeding device is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor. This bill is identical to SB 749.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for its work. It does not change any laws, allocate funding, or create new requirements. The measure serves as a formal recognition of the department's efforts rather than a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Sergeant Dianne M. Dowdy with a commendation for her service. It is a non-binding resolution that does not alter laws or require funding. The measure was approved by a voice vote in the Senate and does not create any new legal obligations or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Andrea Miller with a commendation from the legislature. It does not create new laws or change any policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of John Caffrey Angell. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to formally recognize his contributions. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate and is now awaiting final approval. Such resolutions typically appear in legislative records to acknowledge individuals of significance to the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring the life of the Honorable William T. Newman, Jr. It does not change any laws or policies but serves to recognize and celebrate his contributions. The measure was approved by both the House and Senate and is now ready for final action. Such resolutions are typically symbolic gestures rather than substantive legislative changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of the Honorable Gerald Edward Connolly, a former state official. It serves as a commemorative resolution to recognize his contributions and legacy within the state government. The measure does not create new laws or policies but instead formally acknowledges his service. It was passed by both the House and Senate and is now awaiting final action.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and commends schools in Virginia that participate in the Community Eligibility Provision, a federal program that provides free breakfast and lunch to all students in qualifying schools. The legislation does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of these schools' achievements in serving their student populations. It directly affects school administrators, staff, and students in Virginia who benefit from the Community Eligibility Provision by highlighting their contributions to school nutrition programs. The bill is a ceremonial measure intended to honor rather than alter existing educational policies or funding structures.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes the Virginia Youth Poet Laureate through a commendation resolution. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of the program's contribution to youth arts and culture. The measure passed both the House and Senate by voice vote without requiring further legislative action.