HJ 57 Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of Earl Cole.

HJ 57 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Earl Cole, a deceased individual. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply commemorates his life through a formal legislative statement. The resolution was passed unanimously by both the House and Senate in January 2026. As a non-substantive resolution, it has no impact on government operations or constituent services.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

House of Delegates Passage

Apr 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 19, 2026 Last action Apr 1, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill was formatted and finalized for enactment, changing its status from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled'. The text was reorganized to include official approval dates and a unique identifier (HJ57ER), while the substantive content honoring Earl Cole remained unchanged.

TECHNICAL

The bill's status was updated to reflect it has been approved by both the House and Senate and is ready for the Governor's signature.

Official approval dates for the House of Delegates and the Senate were added to the document.

A unique bill identifier (HJ57ER) was inserted to mark the enrolled version.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Apr 1, 2026

Lower · Passed

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ57ER)

lower

Jan 19, 2026

Introduced

Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26104589D

lower

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor