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HR 2158

Celebrating the life of C. Wayne Stevens.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Israel O'Quinn

The bill honors C. Wayne Stevens for 20 years as a firefighter and dedicated public servant, memorializing his leadership and community impact.

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Bill Summary · HR 2158

Summary of HR 2158 (2026 Special Session I, Virginia)

Purpose and Intent

  • This bill is a House Resolution recognizing and memorializing the life and public service of C. Wayne Stevens of Meadowview, Virginia.
  • The resolution expresses the House of Delegates’ sadness at his death and conveys respect for his public and community service.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares the House’s sorrow on the passing of C. Wayne Stevens (died May 1, 2026).
  • Acknowledges Stevens’ career as a firefighter with Eastman Chemical Company (Kingsport, Tennessee) for 20 years and his commitment to safety.
  • Highlights his community involvement, including service as a Scoutmaster and leadership in youth mentorship.
  • Notes his role as a public servant in Washington County, including serving on the Washington County Board of Supervisors (representing the Monroe District) and his pursuit of improving residents’ quality of life.
  • Recognizes his leadership style, his ongoing service at the time of death (in his third term on the board), and his impact on others.
  • Provides a formal expression of condolences and respect to his family.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • The primary effect is ceremonial and ceremonial-administrative: the Virginia House of Delegates publicly memorializes C. Wayne Stevens.
  • The immediate audience includes Stevens’ family, colleagues, and the community in Washington County.
  • No statutory or fiscal policy changes, regulatory changes, or program requirements are introduced.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced during the 2026 Special Session I and presented June 19, 2026.
  • The measure was laid on the Speaker’s table on its introduction date.
  • Sponsor: Delegate Israel O’Quinn (with co-sponsor).

Additional Notes

  • This is a commemorative resolution, not a bill that alters law or allocates funds.
  • The resolution culminates in preparing and presenting a copy to Stevens’s family as an expression of the House’s respect.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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