Commending the Reverend Dr. Kirkland R. Walton.
This bill, SJ 279, is a ceremonial resolution commending Reverend Dr. Kirkland R. Walton for his contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution simply expresses formal appreciation for the reverend's service through a symbolic gesture approved by both legislative chambers. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect or practical impact beyond recognition.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jan 2025
House of Delegates Passage
Jan 2025
Governor
Introduced Jan 15, 2025
Last action Jan 17, 2025
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MINOR
The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to its enrolled final version, incorporating formatting adjustments and minor text refinements while maintaining the same core purpose of honoring Reverend Dr. Kirkland R. Walton's 40-year pastoral service. The substantive content regarding his achievements and the commendation resolution remained unchanged.
TECHNICAL
Formatting and layout adjustments were made to align with enrolled bill standards, including spacing, alignment, and removal of draft markers.
Minor text formatting changes were applied to WHEREAS clauses for consistency with enrolled document conventions.
Enrolled status indicators and final approval dates were added to reflect the bill's completion of the legislative process.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
3
Committee
0
Jan 17, 2025
Upper · Passed
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ279ER)
upper
Jan 17, 2025
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
lower
Jan 16, 2025
Upper · Passed
Agreed to by Senate by voice vote
upper
Jan 15, 2025
Introduced
Presented 25103914D
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Schuyler VanValkenburg
DDemocratic
Co
Lamont Bagby
DDemocratic
Co
Lashrecse Aird
DDemocratic
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