Celebrating the life of Joseph Haynes Monk.
HJ 709 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Joseph Haynes Monk. It formally recognizes and celebrates his life and contributions, with no policy changes or direct impact on individuals or regulations. The resolution passed both the House and Senate in early 2025, becoming an official legislative expression of commemoration.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2025
Last action Mar 24, 2025
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MODERATE
This bill transitioned from an introduced draft to an enrolled version, primarily involving formatting changes, spacing adjustments, and minor text corrections. The substantive content celebrating artist Joseph Haynes Monk's life remains unchanged, with no policy modifications affecting scope, funding, or eligibility.
TECHNICAL
Header formatting changed from 'INTRODUCED' to 'ENROLLED' with additional spacing and alignment adjustments throughout the document.
Patron information section removed, as enrolled bills typically omit sponsor details.
Approval dates added showing House agreement (February 18, 2025) and Senate agreement (February 20, 2025).
Minor text formatting adjustments including line breaks and spacing within the WHEREAS and RESOLVED clauses.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 24, 2025
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ709ER)
lower
Feb 16, 2025
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 25107014D
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Betsy Carr
DDemocratic
Co
Delores McQuinn
DDemocratic
Co
Lamont Bagby
DDemocratic
Co
Rae Cousins
DDemocratic
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