Celebrating the life of Elvin Russell Cosby, Jr.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 318) honoring Elvin Russell Cosby, Jr., with no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or groups. It serves solely as a symbolic tribute to the late individual, expressing the legislature's recognition of his life and contributions. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by both the Senate and House in early February 2025. As a commemorative measure, it contains no binding provisions or changes to law.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
House of Delegates Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2025
Last action Feb 4, 2025
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The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to its enrolled final version, primarily involving extensive formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy changes. The core content celebrating Elvin Russell Cosby, Jr.'s life and contributions remains unchanged, with only minor text repositioning and the addition of official session and enrollment markers.
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Significant reformatting of the document layout, including removal of original header information and addition of enrollment markings, page breaks, and official session identifiers.
Added official enrollment designation 'ENROLLED' and session number '2025 SESSION' to indicate the bill has passed both legislative chambers.
Removed original draft metadata including bill number '25104004D', introduction date, and sponsor information.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
8
Key actions
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Committee
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Feb 4, 2025
Upper · Passed
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ318ER)
upper
Jan 28, 2025
Introduced
Presented 25104004D
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Schuyler VanValkenburg
DDemocratic
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