HR 2116 Virginia House of Delegates · 2026, 1st Special Session

Celebrating the life of Melvin Lester Whitfield, Sr.

This bill honors the life of Melvin Lester Whitfield, Sr. by formally recognizing his contributions and legacy. It does not create new laws or change government policies but serves as a commemorative resolution. The measure was passed by the House to officially celebrate his memory.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Jun 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 16, 2026 Last action Jun 30, 2026
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Introduced Enrolled · 2 edits
MINOR
The bill's status changed from 'Introduced' to 'Enrolled', indicating it has successfully passed all legislative stages and is ready for the Governor's signature. The date of introduction was removed, while the date of agreement by the House of Delegates was added to reflect the bill's procedural progress.
Scope change
The bill's scope and applicability remain unchanged; it is a resolution honoring a specific individual, Melvin Lester Whitfield, Sr.
TECHNICAL

Removed the 'Introduced' status and the bill number 26200175D, as these are no longer relevant once the bill is enrolled.

Added the 'Enrolled' status and the date 'Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026' to document the bill's final passage.

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
5
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Jun 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House (HR2116ER)
lower
Jun 16, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200175D
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Don Scott
DDemocratic
VA
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