Commending Patricia Y. King, M.D.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 135), not a substantive bill. It formally expresses appreciation for Dr. Patricia Y. King's contributions, though it does not create any new laws or affect policy. The resolution was unanimously agreed to by the Senate via voice vote on March 5, 2026. It has no practical impact beyond recognizing an individual's service.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
House of Delegates Passage
Mar 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2026
Last action Mar 14, 2026
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The bill transitioned from an introduced draft to an enrolled final version, primarily involving formatting and layout adjustments rather than substantive policy changes. The core content commending Dr. Patricia Y. King remains identical, with only minor text reformatting and the addition of official session status markers. No policy scope, eligibility criteria, funding, or requirements were altered.
TECHNICAL
Text formatting and layout were adjusted to match enrolled bill standards, including removal of patron lists and addition of session status indicators.
Official enrollment markers and session identifiers were added to indicate the bill's final passage status.
Draft-specific elements such as patron names and introductory session headers were removed in favor of the enrolled format.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
3
Committee
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Mar 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ135ER)
upper
Mar 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
Agreed to by House by voice vote
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Mar 5, 2026
Upper · Passed
Agreed to by Senate by voice vote (Voice Vote)
upper
Feb 26, 2026
Introduced
Presented 26108535D
upper
1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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