Commending Richard D. Hinkley.
This bill (HR 15) is a non-binding resolution expressing formal appreciation for Richard D. Hinkley. It directly affects no individuals or groups, as it serves only as a ceremonial gesture of recognition. The key mechanism is a simple resolution passed by the House of Representatives, which does not create any legal obligations, alter laws, or impact policy. It has no practical effect beyond acknowledging Hinkley's contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
House of Delegates Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 19, 2026
Last action Apr 16, 2026
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The document transitioned from a draft House Resolution to its final Enrolled version, primarily involving extensive formatting adjustments and the addition of official status markers. The substantive policy content, which commends a retired police chief for his service, remained unchanged.
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The document layout was significantly altered to reflect the Enrolled status, including the addition of 'ENROLLED' headers, page spacing adjustments, and the insertion of the bill identifier 'HR15ER'.
Draft-specific markers such as the session date header, bill number, and the patron's name were removed as they are not part of the final enrolled text.
Official procedural text indicating the resolution was 'Agreed to by the House of Delegates' on January 26, 2026, was added to the final version.
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
4
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Apr 16, 2026
Lower · Passed
Bill text as passed House (HR15ER)
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Jan 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
lower
Jan 19, 2026
Introduced
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26102065D
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Wendell Walker
RRepublican
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