SJ 257 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.

This bill formally commends the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for its work, but it does not create any new laws, change policies, or affect funding. The measure is a ceremonial resolution that expresses appreciation for the department's efforts and has no legal impact on operations or services. It was passed by both the Senate and House through voice votes without debate or amendment.

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 25, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill underwent significant formatting and layout changes from introduction to enrollment, with the text restructured for official printing. The substantive policy content remains unchanged - the resolution still commends the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation for its 100th anniversary. No new provisions, funding, or requirements were added.

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Formatting and layout changes including removal of patron information, addition of session headers, and reorganization of text for official enrollment printing

Text reflowed with line breaks adjusted for official document formatting while preserving all original substantive content

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How they voted

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

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Committee

Mar 25, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ257ER)

upper

Mar 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Mar 9, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26109231D

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors