SJ 268 Virginia Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of Captain Jerome A. Sheppard, USAF, Ret.

This bill (SJ 268) is a ceremonial resolution passed by both the Senate and House to honor Captain Jerome A. Sheppard, USAF, Ret. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, funding, or individuals. The resolution simply expresses the legislature's commemoration of Captain Sheppard's life and service through a formal statement. It has no practical impact beyond symbolic recognition.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2025

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2025

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 10, 2025 Last action Jan 21, 2025

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill transitioned from an introduced draft to its enrolled final version, primarily involving formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy changes. The text content remains the same, honoring Captain Jerome A. Sheppard's life and contributions to the Hampton community.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout changes including spacing, alignment, and page structure adjustments to meet enrolled bill standards.

Header information updated to reflect enrolled status with dates of Senate and House approval.

Removed introductory session metadata and patron information from the original draft.

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How they voted

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

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Committee

Jan 21, 2025

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ268ER)

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors