Commending Angelo DiMartino.
Senate Joint Resolution 20 is a commemorative resolution honoring Angelo DiMartino upon his retirement as chief of the Exmore Police Department in 2025. The resolution recognizes his 20-year law-enforcement career and highlights his work in community policing, local outreach, and public engagement in Exmore.
The resolution specifically praises DiMartino’s leadership in prioritizing mental health crisis training and de-escalation strategies, as well as efforts to improve traffic safety and reduce speeding in high-risk areas. It also notes his participation in community events such as National Night Out, Easter egg hunts, toy drives, and Special Olympics activities, and cites his receipt of the 2025 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award from the Onancock Elks Lodge.
SJ20 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to a formal legislative commendation, directing the Clerk of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Angelo DiMartino. The resolution affects no statutes and imposes no duties on state agencies or local governments beyond the ceremonial recognition itself.
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The General Assembly unanimously or near-unanimously agreed to the measure in both chambers, and the text reflects praise for DiMartino’s service, leadership, and community involvement. There is no indication of opposition in the available voting history or discussion materials.
There is no notable policy contention associated with SJ20 because it is a ceremonial commendation rather than substantive legislation. The resolution focuses on honoring DiMartino’s career and the Exmore Police Department’s community-oriented policing efforts, and the available record shows no committee debate, amendments, or recorded dissent. Any discussion would likely have centered on the appropriateness of the commendation itself, not on competing policy positions.