HR 209 Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of Rita Bishop, Ed.D.

This bill is a commemorative resolution that honors the life of Rita Bishop, Ed.D., a former educator and public servant. It does not create new laws or policies but serves to officially recognize her contributions and legacy. The measure was introduced in the House of Representatives and was agreed to by the chamber on March 9, 2026. As a procedural document, it does not affect funding, regulations, or individual rights.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

House of Delegates Passage

Apr 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 2, 2026 Last action Apr 20, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, primarily involving significant formatting adjustments and the addition of official status markers. The substantive policy content, including the biographical details of Rita Bishop and the resolution's purpose, remained unchanged.

TECHNICAL

Added official status headers indicating the bill is now 'ENROLLED' and includes the House agreement date.

Removed introductory session headers and the original sponsor name (Patron - Rasoul) as the bill was finalized.

Adjusted text alignment and spacing to conform to the official enrolled format.

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 20, 2026

Lower · Passed

Bill text as passed House (HR209ER)

lower

Mar 2, 2026

Introduced

Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108276D

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors