Virginia 2026, 1st Special Session Status: Passed Senate

SR 2078 — Commending the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.

Last action — Bill text as passed Senate (SR2078ER)

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House of Delegates
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced June 25, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

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In plain language

This bill commends the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.

The bill officially recognizes and commends the contributions of the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center. It highlights the importance of this institution in preserving African American history and culture.

Summary

Commending the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

36 added · 40 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Senate Resolution No. 2078 now includes a brief, formal acknowledgment of the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center in the heading and celebrates the significant milestones of the historic Jefferson School in more detail. It emphasizes the school's importance not only in education but also as a vital part of community life and identity for the Black community in Charlottesville. These changes matter because they highlight the historical legacy of the school and underline the importance of preserving the contributions and achievements of marginalized communities.

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+ 2026 SPECIAL SESSION I + + + INTRODUCED + + 26200331D SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
SPECIAL SESSION I + + + + ENROLLED + + + + SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
2078 I Offered June 25, 2026 N Commending the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.
2078 E + N +ommending the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.
T ————— Patron—Deeds R ————— O WHEREAS, in 2026, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center celebrated the 100th anniversary of the historic Jefferson School, a high school constructed during the segregation era, which D became a cornerstone of local life for the Black community in Charlottesville;
+ R + + O Agreed to by the Senate, June 29, 2026 L WHEREAS, in 2026, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center celebrated the 100th L anniversary of the historic Jefferson School, a high school constructed during the segregation era, which E became a cornerstone of local life for the Black community in Charlottesville;
and U WHEREAS, the Jefferson School traces its roots as far back as 1875, when residents of Charlottesville C began advocating for a new high school for Black students;
and WHEREAS, the Jefferson School traces its roots as far back as 1875, when residents of Charlottesville D began advocating for a new high school for Black students;
and E WHEREAS, over the course the Jefferson School's history, generations of Black students passed through its doors, and the school building became not only an important community gathering place, but a symbol ofD hope and self-determination;
and WHEREAS, over the course the Jefferson School's history, generations of Black students passed through its doors, and the school building became not only an important community gathering place, but a symbol of hope and self-determination;
and WHEREAS, the Jefferson School was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, and the building currently houses several community-focused organizations, including the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, which recognizes the leadership and achievements of Black residents of Charlottesville and Albemarle County;
and WHEREAS, the Jefferson School was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006, and the S building currently houses several community-focused organizations, including the Jefferson School African R American Heritage Center, which recognizes the leadership and achievements of Black residents of 0 Charlottesville and Albemarle County;
and WHEREAS, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center preserves the Jefferson School's legacy by elevating Black voices and creating a space for education, dialogue, and cultural celebration;
and 7 WHEREAS, the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center preserves the Jefferson School's E legacy by elevating Black voices and creating a space for education, dialogue, and cultural celebration;
nRw, therefore, be it 2 RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 0 hereby be commended on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Jefferson School in 8 Charlottesville;
now, R therefore, be it RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center hereby be commended on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Jefferson School in Charlottesville;
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Action History

  1. Bill text as passed Senate (SR2078ER)

  2. Agreed to by Senate by Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. Laid on Clerk's Desk

  4. Presented 26200331D

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Frequently asked questions

What does SR 2078 do?
Commending the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.
Who sponsors SR 2078?
SR 2078 is sponsored by R. Creigh Deeds.
What is the current status of SR 2078?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced June 25, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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