SR 27 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of the Reverend Dr. Joe Billy Fleming.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 27) honoring Reverend Dr. Joe Billy Fleming. It has no policy impact or binding effect; it solely serves to commemorate his life and contributions. The resolution was formally adopted by the Senate on January 29, 2026, as a non-binding tribute. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or specific groups.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 28, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 5 edits

MODERATE

The bill underwent significant formatting and layout changes during its legislative journey from introduction to enrollment. The substantive policy content regarding Reverend Dr. Joe Billy Fleming's life and achievements remained unchanged. The primary differences involve document formatting, spacing, and the addition of enrollment status markers.

TECHNICAL

Header formatting changed from 'INTRODUCED' to 'ENROLLED' status, indicating the bill has completed its legislative process

Added numerous blank lines and spacing adjustments throughout the document for formatting purposes

Text layout changed from single-line paragraphs to multi-line wrapped paragraphs for the WHEREAS clauses

Removed patron names (Lucas and Williams Graves) and decorative lines that were present in the introduced version

Added 'Agreed to by the Senate, January 29, 2026' line and 'SR27ER' identifier to indicate enrollment status

Floor votes

How they voted

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

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Committee

Jan 30, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate (SR27ER)

upper

Jan 28, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26102082D

upper

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor