Virginia 2023 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate

SR 138 — Celebrating the life of Richard N. Anderson, Sr.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The updated version of the resolution celebrating Richard N. Anderson, Sr. includes additional details about his life, specifically noting that he graduated from Great Bridge High School in 1966 and highlighting his dedication as a law enforcement officer, including being wounded in service. These changes provide a fuller picture of Anderson's contributions and sacrifices in the line of duty. This matters because it honors his legacy more comprehensively, ensuring that his bravery and commitment to the community are recognized by all Virginians.

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SESSION INTRODUCED 23105212D SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
SESSION ENROLLED SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
138 I Offered February 16, 2023 N Celebrating the life of Richard N.
138 E Celebrating the life of Richard N.
T –––––––––– Patrons––Cosgrove, DeSteph and Norment R WHEREAS, Richard N.
N Agreed to by the Senate, February 21, 2023 R O Chesapeake Police Department and a beloved member of the Chesapeake community, died on January L 12, 2023;
Anderson, Sr., a respected law-enforcement officer with the City of O Chesapeake Police Department and a beloved member of the Chesapeake community, died on January D 12, 2023;
and L WHEREAS, born in Norfolk, Richard Anderson graduated from Great Bridge High School in serving the city and its residents for 39 years before retiring in 2008;
and WHEREAS, born in Norfolk, Richard Anderson graduated from Great Bridge High School in U Chesapeake in 1966 and joined the City of Chesapeake Police Department shortly thereafter, faitCfully serWHEREAS, Richard Anderson put his life on the line every day as a law-enforcement officer toE ensure the safety of others and was wounded in service in 1974;
andly thereafter, faithfElly WHEREAS, Richard Anderson put his life on the line every day as a law-enforcement officer to D ensWHEREAS, Richard Anderson's bravery and his legacy as a law-enforcement officer continue to inspire the citizens of Chesapeake and positively impact the community to this day;
and WHEREAS, Richard Anderson's bravery and his legacy as a law-enforcement officer continue to D inspire the citizens of Chesapeake and positively impact the community to this day;
and WHEREAS, in retirement, Richard Anderson gladly devoted his time and energy to his family, parWHEREAS, Richard Anderson will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife of years, Connie;
and WHEREAS, in retirement, Richard Anderson gladly devoted his time and energy to his family, parWHEREAS, Richard Anderson will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife of 55 years, Connie;
and numerous other family members and friends;
and numerous other Samily members and friends;
now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of Virginia hereby note with great sadness the loss of Richard N.
now, therefore, be it 1 Anderson, Sr., a distinguished member of the City of Chesapeake Police Department whose service aEd dedication to his community is deserving of the esteem of all Virginians;
Anderson, Sr., a distinguished member of the City of Chesapeake Police Department whose serviceRand dedRESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for 3 presentation to the family of Richard N.
and, be it R presentation to the family of Richard N.
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  • SR138ER View text Current pdf February 21, 2023
  • Presented 23105212D View text pdf February 16, 2023

Action History

  1. Bill text as passed Senate (SR138ER)

  2. Agreed to by Senate

  3. Engrossed by Senate

  4. Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. Presented 23105212D

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SR 138?
SR 138 is sponsored by Cosgrove, John A., Jr..
What is the current status of SR 138?
This bill died with 2023 Regular Session. It reached “Passed Senate” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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