SJ 5 Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Commending Pamelia Henriksen.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SJ 5) commending Pamelia Henriksen. It does not create any policy changes, allocate funds, or affect any laws or individuals. The bill simply expresses formal recognition of Pamelia Henriksen through a resolution, with no substantive provisions or mechanisms beyond the commendation language. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Bill status passed both 4 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Nov 2025

Committee Review

Senate Passage

Jan 2026

House of Delegates Passage

Jan 2026

Governor

Introduced Nov 19, 2025 Last action Jan 21, 2026

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What changed between versions

Introduced → Enrolled · 3 edits

MINOR

The bill underwent extensive formatting and layout changes as it progressed from introduction to enrollment, but the substantive policy content remained unchanged. The resolution continues to commend Pamelia Henriksen for her 100th birthday and her lifetime contributions to the Arlington community.

TECHNICAL

The document layout changed significantly with the addition of 'ENROLLED' status and various spacing/formatting adjustments, reflecting the bill's progression through the legislative process.

The original introduction date, bill number, and patron information were removed as the bill was officially enrolled.

Approval dates from both the Senate (January 15, 2026) and House of Delegates (January 19, 2026) were added to document the bill's final passage.

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

Jan 21, 2026

Upper · Passed

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ5ER)

upper

Jan 19, 2026

Lower · Passed

Agreed to by House by voice vote

lower

Jan 15, 2026

Upper · Passed

Agreed to by Senate by voice vote (Voice Vote)

upper

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors