Rep. Barry Knight

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and honors the veterans who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of their military service. The legislation was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes, indicating broad bipartisan support for the commendation.

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 is a non-binding resolution commending Creeds Elementary School for its contributions to education. It has no policy impact or financial implications, as it merely expresses formal recognition. The bill was passed by the House with a voice vote and has no effect on laws, regulations, or specific groups. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 45) is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Dorothy Leach Wood. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, people, or programs. The resolution formally celebrates her life and contributions through a symbolic gesture by the House of Representatives. As a procedural measure, it has no practical impact beyond the House's recognition.

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 resolution honors the life of Michael Steven Wright through a formal House of Representatives acknowledgment. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or specific groups of people. As a commemorative resolution, it serves solely to recognize an individual's life and contributions. The bill was passed by the House on March 28, 2025, following standard procedural steps.

Captain Matthew "Chevy" Chiaverotti Memorial Bridge. Designates the bridge on Interstate 264 over South Rosemont Road in Virginia Beach the "Captain Matthew "Chevy" Chiaverotti Memorial Bridge."

Maddy summaryHJ 564 is a non-binding resolution honoring the late Honorable Henry Levander Marsh, III, recognizing his contributions to the state. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group, as it is purely commemorative. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate and was formally adopted by the legislature. This type of resolution serves to acknowledge an individual's legacy without implementing policy changes.

Bond requirements for local treasurers. Increases the maximum amount of the surety bond that may be required for local treasurers based on the population of the county or city.

Maddy summaryHJ 485 is a commemorative resolution honoring Rafael Torrech III. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a non-binding expression of remembrance. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in early 2025, formally recognizing the life of Rafael Torrech III. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action, serving solely as a ceremonial tribute.