SJ 36 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of William Bruce Rutherford, USN, Ret.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 36) honoring retired U.S. Navy officer William Bruce Rutherford. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals beyond formally recognizing his service. The resolution passed unanimously in both the Senate (January 22, 2026) and House (January 26, 2026) with voice votes. As a commemorative measure, it has no legislative impact beyond the symbolic tribute.

Issues: ✓ Veterans

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 15, 2026 Last action Jan 27, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

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The bill transitioned from its initial introduction to final enrolled status, resulting in significant formatting and layout changes while preserving the core content. The substantive text of the resolution honoring William Bruce Rutherford remains unchanged, though the presentation was reorganized with additional spacing, page breaks, and formatting adjustments typical of the enrollment process. No policy, eligibility, or substantive provisions were altered.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout were reorganized with added spacing, page breaks, and structural adjustments to prepare the document for official enrollment. The core text of the resolution remains substantively identical.

Added 'ENROLLED' designation and enrollment dates (Senate: January 22, 2026; House: January 26, 2026) to indicate final passage status.

Removed initial introduction metadata including bill number, introduction date, and patron information that was present in the draft version.

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

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Committee

Jan 27, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ36ER)

upper

Jan 15, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26100196D

upper

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor