HJ 585 Virginia House of Delegates · 2025 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of Mark Spain.

HJ 585 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Mark Spain, a person recognized by the legislature for their contributions or impact. It has no policy or legal effect, as it merely expresses the legislature's appreciation for his life and legacy. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in early 2025 and was formally enrolled. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, funding, or regulations.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Feb 2025

Committee Review

House of Delegates Passage

Mar 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Feb 3, 2025 Last action Mar 20, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill changed from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, primarily involving formatting and layout adjustments. The substantive policy content remains unchanged - it still honors Mark Spain, a journalist who passed away in December 2024, by formally recognizing his contributions to the Lynchburg community and journalism profession.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout changes including spacing adjustments, header positioning, and text alignment throughout the document

Added official session status markers (ENROLLED) and approval dates showing House and Senate concurrence

Text wrapping and line breaks were adjusted for final enrolled version formatting

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Mar 20, 2025

Lower · Passed

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ585ER)

lower

Feb 3, 2025

Introduced

Presented and laid on Speaker's table 25104105D

lower

1 primary · 1 co-sponsor