SJ 291 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending Little Bethel Baptist Church.

This bill formally recognizes and commends Little Bethel Baptist Church. It is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or affect public policy. The legislation was passed by both the Senate and House through voice votes without opposition. Its primary purpose is to honor the church, likely for its community contributions or historical significance. No operational changes or funding allocations are included in this measure.

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 · 4 edits

MODERATE

This bill is a commendation resolution for Little Bethel Baptist Church's 160th anniversary. The document underwent significant formatting changes from introduction to enrollment, including layout adjustments and the addition of official enrollment markings. No substantive policy changes were made to the resolution's content or purpose.

TECHNICAL

Document formatting changed from introduction to enrolled version with layout adjustments, spacing modifications, and addition of enrollment markings

Header information changed from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled' status with updated session markings

Patron information section was removed as it is no longer relevant for an enrolled bill

Added approval dates showing Senate agreement on March 11, 2026 and House of Delegates agreement on March 12, 2026

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 25, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ291ER)

upper

Mar 12, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Mar 9, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26109343D

upper

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor