Farnsworth, Stephen J.; commending.
This bill formally commends Stephen J. Farnsworth, serving as a tribute rather than introducing new laws or regulations. It does not affect any specific groups or alter existing policies, as its sole purpose is to recognize an individual. The legislation was passed by the House of Representatives through a voice vote and is now in its final stages.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 28, 2026
Last action Jun 30, 2026
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The document transitioned from an introduced House Resolution to an enrolled version, indicating it has been passed by both legislative chambers and is ready for the Governor's signature. The text underwent significant formatting changes, including the addition of page headers, spacing adjustments, and the inclusion of an enrolled identifier (HR2071ER). The substantive policy content regarding the commendation of Stephen J. Farnsworth for his retirement remains unchanged.
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Added page headers, spacing lines, and the enrolled identifier 'HR2071ER' to mark the bill as finalized.
Removed introductory metadata such as the introduction date, bill number, and the original patron's name.
Adjusted line breaks and text alignment to fit the official enrolled format, while preserving the original wording of the resolution.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Jun 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House (HR2071ER)
lower
Jun 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
lower
Apr 28, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200118D
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Josh Cole
DDemocratic
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