SJ 165 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending Howard E. Gwynn.

This bill formally recognizes and commends Howard E. Gwynn, an individual being honored by the state legislature. The legislation does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Gwynn's contributions. It was passed by both the Senate and House through voice votes, indicating broad agreement without debate. The bill has no direct impact on public policy or daily operations, functioning solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Mar 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Mar 2026

Governor

Introduced Mar 4, 2026 Last action Mar 14, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 4 edits

MODERATE

The bill text was reformatted from a standard introduced version to an enrolled version, with significant changes in layout, spacing, and text formatting. The substantive content of the resolution remains identical - it commends Howard E. Gwynn for his retirement as Commonwealth's Attorney for Newport News after 30 years of service. No policy changes, funding amounts, dates, or eligibility criteria were altered.

TECHNICAL

Text formatting and layout were changed from standard introduced format to enrolled format with increased spacing and different alignment

Line breaks and paragraph structure were reorganized for enrolled version printing requirements

Original header information including bill number 26107016D and patron names were removed

Enrolled status markers and agreement dates were added to indicate final passage

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Key actions

Committee

Mar 14, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ165ER)

upper

Mar 9, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Mar 4, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26107016D

upper

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor