Commending the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Summary
SJR 267 is a simple commendatory joint resolution recognizing the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) on its 50th anniversary. The resolution recites NCSL’s history, describing it as a bipartisan organization created to strengthen state legislatures, promote cooperation among them, and give states a stronger voice in the federal system. It also praises NCSL for providing research, facilitating the exchange of ideas, and helping legislatures address complex public policy issues.
The operative portion of the resolution does not change substantive law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Instead, it directs the Clerk of the Senate to prepare a copy for presentation to NCSL as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration and support. Its effect is symbolic and ceremonial, reflecting the legislature’s endorsement of NCSL’s role in representative government.
Impact
This resolution has no direct impact on Virginia statutes, regulations, or agency authority. It does not amend the Code of Virginia, impose duties on state or local government, or affect private parties’ legal rights. Its only practical effect is to formally commend NCSL and place the General Assembly’s recognition into the legislative record.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and appreciative. The resolution itself is written in laudatory terms, emphasizing NCSL’s bipartisan mission, its service to legislators and staff, and its contributions to democratic governance. There is no recorded committee debate, no opposition in the available materials, and no votes indicating controversy.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is a ceremonial resolution, it does not appear to have raised policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or partisan objections. The only identifiable viewpoint is support for NCSL and its work on behalf of state legislatures.
A resolution to direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to only present to the Governor enrolled House bills finally passed by both houses of the One Hundred Third Legislature.
Relating to nonsubstantive additions to, revisions of, and corrections in enacted codes, to the nonsubstantive codification or disposition of various laws omitted from enacted codes, and to conforming codifications enacted by the 88th Legislature to other Acts of that legislature.