SJ 17 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of James Wade Gilley, Sr., Ph.D.

This bill (SJ 17) is a commemorative resolution honoring Dr. James Wade Gilley, Sr., recognizing his life and contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals. The resolution passed both the Senate (via block vote) and House, and was formally adopted as a non-binding tribute. It serves solely as a symbolic gesture by the legislature.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Dec 2025

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Dec 15, 2025 Last action Jan 21, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 2 edits

MINOR

This bill transitioned from an introduced draft to its enrolled final version, primarily involving formatting and layout changes rather than substantive policy modifications. The content remains identical in terms of the legislative text honoring James Wade Gilley, Sr., Ph.D., with no changes to the resolution's provisions or requirements.

TECHNICAL

The bill underwent formatting changes including the addition of session headers, spacing adjustments, and the inclusion of 'ENROLLED' designation and legislative dates (Senate January 15, 2026; House January 19, 2026) to reflect its final passage status.

The layout was adjusted to accommodate official enrollment markings and proper legislative formatting standards required for final passage documentation.

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How they voted

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

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Committee

Jan 21, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ17ER)

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors