Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HJ22 — Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

Designates April 27 as Birthplace of American Cuisine Day each year starting in 2026.

This bill establishes April 27 as Birthplace of American Cuisine Day starting in 2026. It aims to honor the significance of American cuisine.

Summary

Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. H Continued to next session in Rules (Voice Vote)

  2. H Placed on Rules Agenda

  3. H Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)

  4. H Placed on Rules Agenda

  5. H Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee

  6. H Referred to Committee on Rules

  7. H Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102994D

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (147)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HJ22 do?
Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter.
Who sponsors HJ22?
HJ22 is sponsored by Anne Ferrell Tata.
What is the current status of HJ22?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HJ22?
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