Del. Tom Garrett

Real property tax exemption; surviving spouses of members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty. Authorizes localities by ordinance to provide a total exemption from real property taxes regardless of assessed value beginning in taxable year 2026 for surviving spouses of members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty. Under current law, a total exemption is only allowed for such surviving spouses for those dwellings in the locality with assessed values in the most recently ended tax year that are not in excess of the average assessed value for such year of a dwelling situated on property that is zoned as single family residential.

Sales and use tax; food purchased for human consumption and essential personal hygiene products. Eliminates the remaining one percent local sales and use tax that is imposed on food purchased for human consumption and essential personal hygiene products. Under current law, no other sales and use tax is applied to such products. The bill requires an equivalent amount of revenue to be distributed to cities and counties on a monthly basis in compensation for the lost tax revenue. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends the University of Mary Washington men's basketball team for its achievements. It is a procedural measure that directly affects the university and the team by issuing an official expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. The legislation does not change laws, allocate funds, or alter regulations, as its sole purpose is to recognize the team's performance.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Colonel Matthew D. Hanley for his service. It is a ceremonial resolution that does not change laws or affect government operations. The House passed the bill by voice vote to acknowledge his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Darrell R. Byers, a specific individual, for unspecified contributions or achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect public policy, but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote, indicating broad support for the acknowledgment. No substantive policy changes or obligations are established by this legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of Herbert Glover Wharam, Jr. by formally recognizing his contributions and legacy. It designates a day or period to commemorate his achievements without altering existing laws or policies. The measure affects only the legislative record and does not change funding, regulations, or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the life of William Edward Jamerson, Sr. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves to acknowledge his contributions. The measure was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been agreed to by the chamber. It does not affect any individuals or groups beyond its symbolic purpose.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution honoring Mozell Booker, a local figure, and does not create new laws or policies. It serves to officially recognize Booker's life and contributions within the legislative record. The measure does not affect government operations, funding, or public services.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors the life of William Bruce Rutherford, a retired member of the U.S. Navy, by formally recognizing his service. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a commemorative resolution to acknowledge his contributions. The legislation is procedural in nature and does not affect federal funding, regulations, or any specific groups of people.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes Reverend Joe N. Chambers through a commendation resolution. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives by voice vote and is now awaiting further legislative steps. Such resolutions are ceremonial in nature and do not have binding legal effects.