Celebrating the life of Chester W. De Long, Ph.D.
This bill designates a specific day to honor the life and achievements of Chester W. De Long, Ph.D. As a commemorative resolution, it does not alter existing laws or create new programs but instead serves to recognize his contributions publicly. The measure was passed by the House of Representatives to formally acknowledge his legacy.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 17, 2026
Last action Jun 30, 2026
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MINOR
The bill was formally adopted and enrolled for signature, changing its status from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' and updating the procedural dates to reflect the House of Delegates' agreement on June 22, 2026. The substantive text of the resolution, which honors the life of Chester W. De Long, Ph.D., remains unchanged. This change signifies the completion of the legislative process and prepares the document for the Governor's signature.
TIMELINE
The procedural status was updated from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled', and the introduction date was replaced with the date the House of Delegates agreed to the resolution.
TECHNICAL
A bill number (26200167D) and a patron name (Simon) were removed, while a blank line was added, reflecting standard formatting for enrolled bills.
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
1
Committee
0
Jun 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House (HR2118ER)
lower
Jun 17, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200167D
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Marcus Simon
DDemocratic
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