Del. Eric Zehr

Seizure, forfeiture, and destruction of property used in connection with the exploitation and solicitation of children. Provides that all audio and visual equipment, electronic equipment, devices, and other personal property used in connection with the possession, production, distribution, publication, sale, possession with intent to distribute, or making of child pornography, or in connection with the solicitation of a person less than 18 years of age, in violation of current law, shall be subject to lawful seizure by a law-enforcement officer and forfeited to the Commonwealth by order of the court trying the case. The bill also (i) requires the court to order the destruction of all such equipment, devices, and other personal property, (ii) requires certain information to be provided by the law-enforcement agency responsible for the destruction, (iii) prohibits destruction of such items to be used in a criminal prosecution until all rights of appeal have been exhausted, and (iv) requires the law-enforcement agency to provide notice, by first-class mail, to the accused or other interested party, if known, and his attorney at least seven days prior to the destruction of the time and place the destruction will occur.

Carrying a concealed handgun; permit not required. Allows any person who is otherwise eligible to obtain a concealed handgun permit to carry a concealed handgun without a permit anywhere he may lawfully carry a handgun openly within the Commonwealth.

Maddy summaryHR 853 is a ceremonial resolution commending Khadijeh Aslankhani for her contributions, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on legislation. It serves solely as a formal expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. The bill was passed by voice vote and engrossed without debate, reflecting standard procedural steps for such resolutions. As a commemorative measure, it does not allocate funds, alter laws, or affect any specific group or policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 861) that formally commends Dr. McKinley L. Price, D.D.S., for his contributions. It does not create any new laws, obligations, or direct impacts on policies or constituents. The resolution serves as a non-binding expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. It passed the House by voice vote on February 21, 2025.

Department of Motor Vehicles; driver communication improvement program. Requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to develop and implement a program for the promotion, printing, and distribution of envelopes for use by drivers diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, as that term is defined in relevant law, to provide to a law-enforcement officer for the purpose of easing communication during a traffic stop or upon such law-enforcement officer's arrival at the scene of a traffic accident.

Maddy summaryHR 769 is a symbolic resolution commending Gary E. Penn, a recognized individual (likely a community figure or public servant). It has no binding effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the House's honor and appreciation through a formal statement. The resolution was passed by the House via voice vote on February 18, 2025, and is now engrossed as passed. This type of resolution does not affect laws, regulations, or any specific group of people.

Maddy summaryHR 767 is a symbolic resolution commending Spring Valley Farms for its contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, alter regulations, or affect any individuals or entities through policy changes. The bill serves solely as a formal expression of appreciation, following standard procedure for commemorative resolutions. It was unanimously agreed to by the House with a voice vote on February 18, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 768 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Clarence Hiram Jones, Jr., without creating any legal obligations or affecting any individuals or policies. It serves solely as a symbolic recognition of his life and legacy, as indicated by its title and nature as a non-binding House resolution. The bill was formally passed by the House on April 1, 2025, following standard procedural steps. This type of resolution does not alter laws, allocate funds, or impact constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 749 is a non-binding House resolution honoring Clarence Stewart Preston. It commemorates his life through a formal expression of respect by the House of Representatives. The bill passed the House on April 1, 2025, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on constituents or laws. This type of resolution serves only a symbolic purpose and does not create new obligations or alter existing regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 766 is a non-binding resolution that formally commends the Timberlake Tavern for its contributions to the community. It does not create new laws, alter regulations, or directly affect any individuals or entities, as it serves only as a ceremonial expression of appreciation. The resolution was passed by the House without debate via voice vote on February 18, 2025, and is purely symbolic. No policy changes or financial impacts result from this bill.