Virginia 2026, 1st Special Session Status: Passed House Of Delegates

HR 2003 — Celebrating the life of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret.

Last action — Bill text as passed House (HR2003ER)

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    Passed House of Delegates
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has passed the House of Delegates. Introduced April 22, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

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Summary

Celebrating the life of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The updated version of House Resolution 2003 officially recognizes the life and legacy of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, following his passing on March 20, 2026. The new language emphasizes his military service, personal qualities, and impact on his community, while also expressing the sentiments of sadness felt by his loved ones. This resolution is important as it honors the contributions of military personnel and their sacrifices, creating a lasting tribute in the community.

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+ 2026 SPECIAL SESSION I + + + INTRODUCED + + 26200073D HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
+ 2026 SPECIAL SESSION I + + ENROLLED + + + + HOUSE RESOLUTION NO.
2003 I N Offered April 23, 2026 Prefiled April 22, 2026 T Celebrating the life of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret.
2003 E + + Celebrating the life of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret.
————— R Patron—Kent ————— O D WHEREAS, Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., a devoted husband, proud father, loving son, and faithful servant to the Commonwealth and the United States, died on March 20, 2026U and WHEREAS, John “Johnny” Patrick Armstrong grew up in King George County and proudly served the C nation as a member of the United States Air Force for 22 years, completing multiple deployments to Iraq anE Afghanistan in support of operations during the Global War on Terrorism;
N + + R + O Agreed to by the House of Delegates, April 23, 2026 L WHEREAS, Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., a devoted husband, proud L father, loving son, and faithful servant to the Commonwealth and the United States, died on March 20, 2026;
and D WHEREAS, after his retirement from the military in September 2024, Johnny Armstrong returned to King George County to be closer to his family and the community he loved;
E and WHEREAS, John “Johnny” Patrick Armstrong grew up in King George County and proudly served the D nation as a member of the United States Air Force for 22 years, completing multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of operations during the Global War on Terrorism;
and WHEREAS, after his retirement from the military in September 2024, Johnny Armstrong returned to King George County to be closer to his family and the community he loved;
his brothers, Timmy, Mike, Tommy, and Billy;
his brothers, Timmy, Mike, H Tommy, and Billy;
now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Delegates hereby note with great sadness the loss of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., a highly admired resident of King George County and a distinguished veteran who served the nation in uniform for more than two decades;
now, therefore, be it R RESOLVED, That the House of Delegates hereby note with great sadness the loss of Chief Master 2 Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., a highly admired resident of King George County and a 0 distinguished veteran who served the nation in uniform for more than two decades;
and, be it H RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for R presentation to the family of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., as an expression o0 25 the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.
and, be it 3 E RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for R presentation to the family of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret., as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.
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Action History

  1. Bill text as passed House (HR2003ER)

  2. Agreed to by House

  3. Engrossed by House

  4. Prefiled and laid on Speaker's table; Offered 04-23-2026 26200073D

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

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (147)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 2003 do?
Celebrating the life of Chief Master Sergeant John Patrick Armstrong, USAF, Ret.
Who sponsors HR 2003?
HR 2003 is sponsored by Hillary Pugh Kent.
What is the current status of HR 2003?
This bill has passed the House of Delegates. Introduced April 22, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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