SJ 239 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending Alexandria Searls.

This bill formally commends Alexandria Searls, a specific individual, for unspecified contributions or achievements. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change government policy, but serves as a ceremonial recognition. The measure was passed by both the Senate and House through voice votes, indicating broad agreement without debate. As a commendation resolution, it has no legal or practical effect beyond honoring the named person.

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 9, 2026 Last action Mar 14, 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 formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy changes. The core content commending Alexandria Searls for her retirement remains unchanged, with only structural elements like session headers, patron names, and document numbering being modified or removed.

TECHNICAL

Removed introductory session metadata including 'Introduced' status, bill number, and patron names (Deeds; Delegates: Callsen and Laufer)

Added 'Enrolled' status designation and formal approval dates for Senate (March 10, 2026) and House of Delegates (March 12, 2026)

Reformatted text layout with spacing adjustments and added bill identifier 'SJ239ER' to indicate enrolled status

Floor votes

How they voted

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

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Mar 14, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ239ER)

upper

Mar 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Mar 9, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26100301D

upper

1 primary · 2 co-sponsors