Virginia 2023 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate

SR 182 — Commending Bishop Jeffrey L. Reaves.

Last action — Bill text as passed Senate (SR182ER)

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What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Senate Resolution No. 182 removes several lines that referred to Bishop Jeffrey L. Reaves' outreach initiatives and awards he received throughout his career. The amendments focus mainly on his educational background and his long-standing service in the community, emphasizing his role as a spiritual leader. This change simplifies the resolution and makes it more concise while still honoring his contributions to the Petersburg community. It matters because it highlights the Senate's appreciation for Reaves’ commitment to his congregation and the valuable support he has provided over the years.

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SESSION INTRODUCED 23107230D SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
SESSION ENROLLED SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
182 I Offered February 23, 2023 N Commending Bishop Jeffrey L.
182 E Commending Bishop Jeffrey L.
T –––––––––– Patron––Morrissey R –––––––––– O Shepherd Baptist Church in Petersburg, has provided joyful and uplifting spiritual counsel to his congregation and served the community through various outreach initiatives;
N R Agreed to by the Senate, February 24, 2023 WHEREAS, Bishop Jeffrey L.
and D WHEREAS, after graduating from New York City Public Schools, Jeffrey Reaves furthered his U education at Bronx Community College, Virginia State University, the New York Theological SeminCry, and the University of Richmond;
Reaves, an esteemed faith leader and senior minister of Good O Shepherd Baptist Church in Petersburg, has provided joyful and uplifting spiritual counsel to his L conWHEREAS, after graduating from New York City Public Schools, Jeffrey Reaves furthered his L education at Bronx Community College, Virginia State University, the New York Theological Seminary, E and the University of Richmond;
and Jeffrey Reaves has been preaching the gospel for more than 41 years and pastoring for 25 years;
and D Jeffrey Reaves has been preaching the gospel for more than 41 years and pastoring for 25 years;
and the Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Petersburg, where he has served as senior minister for the past 23 years;
and the Good andpherd Baptist Church in Petersburg, where he has served as senior minister for the past 23 years;
and WHEREAS, Jeffrey Reaves has served on the board level of the Baptist General Convention of VirWHEREAS, Jeffrey Reaves has been the recipient of numerous awards throughout his ministerial career;
WHEREAS, Jeffrey Reaves has served on the board level of the Baptist General Convention of Virginia in the areas of Christian education and evangelism;
and R career;
Ellis, consecrated Jeffrey Reaves to the office of Bishop in the Lord's Church;
Ellis, 8 consecrated Jeffrey Reaves to the office of Bishop in the Lord's Church;
and S WHEREAS, in every aspect of his life, Jeffrey Reaves exudes a servant's heart and is a sourc1 of inspiration, stability, and spiritual guidance to countless members of the Petersburg community2 now, therefore, be it legacy of service as a faith leader in Petersburg;
and E WHEREAS, in every aspect of his life, Jeffrey Reaves exudes a servant's heart and is a source of R therefore, be itbility, and spiritual guidance to countless members of the Petersburg community;
and, be it Reaves hereby be commended for his RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Bishop Jeffrey L.
now, RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Bishop Jeffrey L.
Reaves hereby be commended for his legacy of service as a faith leader in Petersburg;
and, be it presentation to Bishop Jeffrey L.
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Action History

  1. Bill text as passed Senate (SR182ER)

  2. Agreed to by Senate by voice vote

  3. Engrossed by Senate

  4. Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. Presented 23107230D

Sponsors

  • Morrissey · Primary

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Sponsors (1)

  • Morrissey

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

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Who sponsors SR 182?
SR 182 is sponsored by Morrissey.
What is the current status of SR 182?
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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