Commending John Lavinder.
This House resolution formally commends John Lavinder, a retired law enforcement officer from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, for his 39-year career. The document highlights his specific achievements, including his extensive work training scent hounds and locating missing persons over 32 years. It also notes that he will retire alongside his long-time partner, a bloodhound named Jethro. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the text to present to Lavinder as an official expression of appreciation for his service.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2024
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Jul 2024
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jul 18, 2024
Last action Jul 18, 2024
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This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Jul 18, 2024
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Bill text as passed House (HR820ER)
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Jul 18, 2024
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
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Jul 18, 2024
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 24200362D
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Will Davis
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