Celebrating the life of Jaylen Martinez.
HJ 127 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Jaylen Martinez's life. It was unanimously passed by both the House and Senate in February 2026. This resolution has no policy impact or effect on laws, as it serves solely as a symbolic tribute.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 11, 2026
Last action Apr 9, 2026
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What changed between versions
Introduced
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Enrolled
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MINOR
The bill transitioned from a draft introduction to its final enrolled version, primarily involving significant formatting adjustments, the addition of official session status markers, and the removal of patron names. The substantive policy content, including the resolution honoring Jaylen Martinez and the specific details of his life and achievements, remains unchanged.
TECHNICAL
Removed the list of legislative patrons (McClure, Fowler, Carr, Cousins, McQuinn, and Sewell) and the initial introduction date.
Added 'ENROLLED' status headers, session markers, and official agreement dates for both the House and Senate.
Altered the document layout and spacing, likely to meet final printing standards for the enrolled bill.
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
9
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Apr 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ127ER)
lower
Feb 16, 2026
Lower · Passed
Passed by for the day until February 18, 2026
lower
Feb 11, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26101355D
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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