Commending the Greater Richmond Virginia Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc.
HJ 154 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Greater Richmond Virginia Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. It formally recognizes the chapter's contributions to preserving African American history and genealogy in the Richmond area. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals. The resolution passed both the House and Senate by voice vote in February 2026.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 18, 2026
Last action Apr 9, 2026
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The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, reflecting its successful passage by both the House of Delegates and the Senate. The primary changes involve adding official enrollment dates, signatures, and formatting adjustments required for the document to become law.
TECHNICAL
Added official enrollment status and specific dates (February 19, 2026 for the House and February 26, 2026 for the Senate) to indicate the bill has been approved by both chambers.
Inserted the bill number 'HJ154ER' and other standard formatting elements required for the final enrolled version of the resolution.
Removed the list of legislative patrons and the initial 'Introduced' status, as these are no longer relevant once the bill is enacted.
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
8
Key actions
2
Committee
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Apr 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ154ER)
lower
Feb 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
lower
Feb 18, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26104751D
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Rae Cousins
DDemocratic
Co
Betsy Carr
DDemocratic
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Delores McQuinn
DDemocratic
Co
Josh Cole
DDemocratic
Co
Kirk McPike
DDemocratic
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