SJ 219 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of M. Yaqub Mirza, Ph.D.

This bill honors the life of M. Yaqub Mirza, Ph.D., a notable figure in the community. It directs state officials to officially recognize and celebrate his contributions through a formal resolution. The measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a commemorative gesture. It was passed by both the Senate and House in March 2026.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Mar 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 9, 2026 Last action Mar 14, 2026

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Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill underwent significant formatting and layout changes as it progressed from introduction to enrollment, with the text reorganized for official printing. The substantive content of the resolution honoring M. Yaqub Mirza, Ph.D. remained unchanged throughout the legislative process. These formatting adjustments are standard procedural steps required for bills to be officially enrolled and printed for public record.

TECHNICAL

Text formatting and layout were reorganized to meet official enrollment standards, including removal of draft markers and addition of enrollment identifiers.

Header information was updated to reflect the enrolled status with proper spacing and official designations.

Pagination and line breaks were adjusted to accommodate official printing requirements without altering the resolution's substantive content.

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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.

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Committee

Mar 14, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ219ER)

upper

Mar 9, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26104485D

upper

1 primary · 4 co-sponsors