SJ 49 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending the Robert Russa Moton Museum.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 49) that formally commends the Robert Russa Moton Museum. It expresses legislative recognition and support for the museum, which honors the legacy of Robert Russa Moton and the 1951 student protest at Moton High School that contributed to the Brown v. Board of Education decision. As a purely symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or entities through concrete provisions. The resolution passed both chambers by voice vote and has no binding or operational impact.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Jan 2026

Governor

Introduced Jan 20, 2026 Last action Jan 27, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

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This bill transitioned from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, primarily changing formatting and layout rather than substantive policy. The core content remains identical, with only minor text adjustments and added spacing for official printing purposes. No policy changes, funding amounts, or eligibility criteria were modified.

TECHNICAL

Added official session headers and enrollment markings to indicate the bill has passed both chambers and is ready for the Governor's signature.

Reformatted text layout with additional spacing and alignment changes for official printing and archival purposes.

Removed draft markings including patron names and original introduction date that were not part of the final enrolled 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 (SJ49ER)

upper

Jan 26, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Jan 22, 2026

Upper · Passed

Agreed to by Senate by voice vote (Voice Vote)

upper

Jan 20, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26104340D

upper

1 primary · 3 co-sponsors