SR 626 — Commending the Honorable Robert F. McDonnell.
Last action — Bill text as passed Senate (SR626ER)
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✓Introduced
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3Passed Senate
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4Passed House of Delegates
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill died with 2024, 1st Special 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.
This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
27 added · 36 removedPlain-language change summary
The updated version of Senate Resolution No. 626 now includes a formal commendation for Robert F. McDonnell as the 72nd First Citizen of Virginia Beach, highlighting his extensive community service and contributions over the years. The revised text focuses more on his recognition and impact in the community while streamlining certain descriptions of his initiatives. This change matters because it emphasizes McDonnell's achievements and legacy more clearly, serving as a public acknowledgment of his efforts to better Virginia Beach and inspire others in the community.
SPECIAL SESSION I INTRODUCEDENROLLED 24200253DSENATE IRESOLUTION SENATEOfferedNO. June 28, 2024 N Commending the Honorable Robert F.
626 E Commending the Honorable Robert F.
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and L such as Robert "Bob" McDonnell who have enhanced the quality of life in the city through theirrs E visionary leadership;
and WHEREAS, Bob McDonnell is a member of the Virginia Beach law firm Poole Brook Plumlee PC and the founder and president of the McDonnell Group consulting firm, through which he has supported business development in the city;
andandMcDonnell Group consulting firm, through which he has supported WHEREAS, Bob McDonnell has also provided his leadership and expertise to the Hampton Roads S Chamber of Commerce, Virginians for Reconciliation, the Sister Cities Association of Virginia Beach, 6 and the Samaritan House Foundation;
andonciliation, the Sister Cities Association of Virginia BRach, WHEREAS, Bob McDonnell has promoted faith-based initiatives throughout his career and 26 established the Virginia Beach Boat Church, a unique summer program held at First Landing State Park R that allows people to participate in Sunday worship services from their boats or on the beach;
and WHEREAS, through his compassion, generosity, and dedication to servant leadership, Bob McDonnellVirginia hasBeach; touched countless lives throughout the Commonwealth and left an indelible mark on VirRESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That the Honorable Robert F.
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and,McDonnell hereby be itcommended RESOLVEDon the occasion of his selection as the 72nd First Citizen of Virginia Beach by the Virginia BeaRESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for :presentation to the Honorable Robert F.
32McDonnell presentationas toan expression of the HonorableSenate Robertof F.Virginia's admiration for his achievements on behalf of the residents of Virginia Beach and the Commonwealth.
McDonnell as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's 33 admiration for his achievements on behalf of the residents of Virginia Beach and the Commonwealth.
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Action History
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Bill text as passed Senate (SR626ER)
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Agreed to by Senate by voice vote
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Engrossed by Senate
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Laid on Clerk's Desk
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Presented 24200253D
Sponsors
- Bill DeSteph · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on
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Co-sponsors (0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors SR 626?
- SR 626 is sponsored by Bill DeSteph.
- What is the current status of SR 626?
- This bill died with 2024, 1st Special 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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