SJ 149 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of the Honorable Wyatt Beazley Durrette, Jr.

This bill honors the late Honorable Wyatt Beazley Durrette, Jr. by formally recognizing his contributions and legacy. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge his service. The legislation requires only a simple vote in both legislative chambers to pass. Once enacted, it stands as a formal tribute without altering any existing regulations or government operations.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Mar 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Mar 2026

Governor

Introduced Mar 2, 2026 Last action Mar 14, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution honoring the late Honorable Wyatt Beazley Durrette, Jr., a former delegate and attorney. The primary changes are formatting and layout adjustments, including the addition of 'ENROLLED' status, session information, and spacing modifications. The substantive content of the resolution remains unchanged, as it is a commemorative measure rather than a policy bill with enforceable provisions.

Scope change

No substantive scope change; the bill remains a commemorative resolution honoring a deceased public official.

TECHNICAL

Formatting and layout changes including the addition of 'ENROLLED' status, session information, and spacing adjustments throughout the document.

Removal of patron names and delegate names from the original introduction section.

Added 'ENROLLED' designation and final passage dates (Senate March 5, 2026; House March 10, 2026).

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

Full legislative history

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Key actions

Committee

Mar 14, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ149ER)

upper

Mar 9, 2026

Lower · Passed

Passed by for the day

lower

Mar 2, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26101676D

upper

1 primary · 11 co-sponsors