Public safety officer; definition. Adds dispatchers and animal control officers to the definition of a public safety officer for purposes of possible selection by the Governor for the Commonwealth Public Safety Medal of Valor, presented for performance above and beyond the call of duty involving extraordinary valor in the face of grave danger, at great personal risk. However, the bill specifies that dispatchers and animal control officers are not included in the definition of public safety officer for the purpose of an injury where weather constitutes a particular risk of a public safety officer's employment to be compensable under the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act.

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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.
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 717 is a ceremonial resolution commending Vienna Youth Soccer for its community service. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a symbolic honor recognizing the team's contributions. The bill passed the House unanimously via voice vote on February 18, 2025, and requires no further action to become law. This type of resolution is common for acknowledging local organizations but has no binding effect.
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 672 is a ceremonial resolution commending Workboat Life, Inc. for its community service efforts. It passed the House of Representatives by voice vote on February 17, 2025, and represents a formal expression of recognition with no legal effect or policy changes. The bill does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any individuals or organizations beyond this symbolic gesture of appreciation.
Maddy summaryHR 663 is a House resolution commemorating the life of Dr. Wilbert L. Jenkins. It serves as a ceremonial tribute without enacting any policy changes or affecting specific individuals or groups. The resolution passed the House unanimously on March 31, 2025, and is purely symbolic, honoring Dr. Jenkins' legacy through formal recognition.