Commending Bennie Evans, Jr.
This bill formally commends Bennie Evans, Jr. for his contributions and service. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by both the House and Senate through voice votes without requiring a formal roll call. Its primary effect is to place an official commendation on record in the legislative journal.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2026
Last action Apr 13, 2026
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The document underwent significant formatting changes, shifting from a standard introduced draft to an enrolled version with extensive spacing adjustments and layout reformatting. The substantive policy content, including the commendation of Bennie Evans, Jr., and all specific details regarding his service and awards, remained unchanged.
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The document structure was reorganized from a standard introduced format to an enrolled format, resulting in the removal of introductory metadata and the addition of enrollment dates and page spacing.
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
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Key actions
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Committee
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Apr 13, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ259ER)
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Mar 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
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Mar 5, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109118D
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1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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