Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; recovery residences; certification required; penalty; work group. Changes the existing civil penalty for a violation of law related to the operation of recovery residences to a Class 1 misdemeanor. The bill allows the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services to issue conditional certification to certain recovery residences. The bill also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Resources to convene a work group to (i) make recommendations related to oversight and transparency for recovery residences and (ii) develop credentialing guidelines for recovery residences. The bill directs the work group to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by November 1, 2025.
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors Peter, Donna, Everly, and Alydia Livingston by commemorating their lives. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation or constituents. The bill passed the House on April 1, 2025, and serves solely to recognize these individuals. No concrete policy changes or affected groups are specified, as it is purely commemorative.
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 684 is a House Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Wilson E. Shannon. It was passed by the House on March 31, 2025, as a ceremonial tribute with no legislative or policy impact. The resolution serves solely to commemorate his contributions and does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals.
Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 685) is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Kimaun Tyrese Ewell. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or individuals. The resolution simply expresses the House's recognition and remembrance of Kimaun Tyrese Ewell's life. It passed the House on March 31, 2025, as a symbolic gesture.
Maddy summaryHR 674 is a procedural resolution commending Arthur Ellsworth Dick Howard, a recognized individual in the community. It does not establish new laws or affect any policies, programs, or specific groups. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for Howard's contributions, as passed by voice vote on February 17, 2025. This is a symbolic gesture with no concrete policy impact.
Maddy summaryHR 683 is a non-binding House resolution honoring Justin Lee Butler, Jr. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely commemorative. The resolution was passed by the House of Representatives on March 31, 2025, and has no direct impact on constituents or government programs. It serves only to recognize the life of the individual named in the title.
Maddy summaryHR 677 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the life of the Reverend Robert Calloway Davis. It contains no substantive policy changes or funding provisions, as it is purely a formal expression of tribute. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on March 31, 2025, and has no impact on laws, regulations, or affected constituents. Procedurally, it follows standard steps for non-binding resolutions. This resolution honors an individual without creating any new obligations or altering existing policy.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 686) commending Dr. William Ferguson Reid for his service. It does not create any new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution simply expresses the House's appreciation for Dr. Reid's contributions, with no substantive provisions or mechanisms. It passed the House by voice vote on March 31, 2025, but remains a non-binding expression of honor.
Maddy summaryHR 668 is a ceremonial resolution that formally honors the individuals selected for induction into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in 2025. It directly recognizes these inductees, who are athletes, coaches, or contributors to sports in Virginia. The bill does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any government programs or funding. It serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Virginia House of Delegates. This is a standard procedural bill with no substantive policy impact.