SJ 44 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Celebrating the life of Marqueta Neal Tyson.

SJ 44 is a non-binding legislative resolution commemorating the life of Marqueta Neal Tyson. It was unanimously agreed to by both the Senate (January 22, 2026) and House (January 26, 2026), and passed without legislative effect. This resolution serves only to honor Tyson's memory and has no impact on policy or affected individuals.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2026

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Governor

Introduced Jan 19, 2026 Last action Jan 27, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 4 edits

MODERATE

The bill transitioned from its original introduced format to an enrolled version with significant formatting and layout changes. The substantive content of the resolution honoring Marqueta Neal Tyson remains unchanged, though the document structure was reorganized with added spacing and formatting adjustments typical of the legislative enrollment process.

TECHNICAL

The bill header changed from 'INTRODUCED' to 'ENROLLED' with the bill number 26101116D, indicating it has been approved by both legislative chambers and is ready for signature by the Governor.

Added dates showing Senate agreement on January 22, 2026 and House of Delegates agreement on January 26, 2026, documenting the legislative approval timeline.

Formatting changes including removal of patron information, addition of spacing, and reorganization of text layout while preserving all substantive content about Marqueta Neal Tyson's life and achievements.

Added the identifier 'SJ44ER' indicating this is the enrolled version of Senate Joint Resolution 44.

Floor votes

How they voted

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

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Committee

Jan 27, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ44ER)

upper

Jan 19, 2026

Introduced

Presented 26101116D

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors