HJ 93 Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Commending Walter Samson Howard III.

HJ 93 is a ceremonial resolution commending Walter Samson Howard III for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, rights, or programs. The resolution passed unanimously in both the House and Senate through voice votes in February 2026. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding legal effect.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 Last action Apr 9, 2026
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Introduced Enrolled · 5 edits
MODERATE
The document was converted from a standard 'Introduced' draft to an 'Enrolled' final version, indicating the bill has passed both legislative chambers. The substantive text commending Walter Samson Howard III remains intact, though the formatting was significantly altered with the addition of numerous blank lines and the inclusion of a final bill identifier (HJ93ER).
TECHNICAL

The document status changed from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled', signifying the bill has been finalized and approved by both the House and Senate.

Multiple blank lines were inserted throughout the text, likely due to formatting adjustments during the final printing process.

A final bill identifier 'HJ93ER' was added to the text, which is standard for enrolled bills ready for the Governor's signature.

The original draft header information, including the bill number (26100224D) and the specific date it was introduced (January 27, 2026), was removed.

The original draft footer listing the sponsor and introduction date was replaced with a footer listing the dates the House and Senate agreed to the bill.

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
7
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Apr 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ93ER)
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Feb 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
lower
Jan 27, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26100224D
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
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Photo of Jay Leftwich
Jay Leftwich
RRepublican
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