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HR 2090

Celebrating the life of Devon Jamye Thomas.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Lindsey Dougherty

The bill ceremonially honors Devon Jamye Thomas for his community service as a barber and mentor, acknowledging his charitable free haircuts and impact.

Bill text as passed House (HR2090ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 2090

Overview

  • Bill: HR 2090
  • Session: 2026 Special Session I (Virginia)
  • Jurisdiction: Virginia House of Delegates
  • Title: Celebrating the life of Devon Jamye Thomas
  • Status: Introduced June 13, 2026; presented and laid on Speaker’s table
  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor — not listed; Co-sponsor — Lindsey Dougherty

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution memorializes and honors the life of Devon Jamye Thomas (DJ Thomas), a local barber and community member from Hopewell, Virginia.
  • It publicly recognizes DJ Thomas’s contributions to the community, his professional achievements, and his charitable acts (notably providing free haircuts to youth in need and serving as a mentor).

Key Provisions

  • Formal Expression: The House of Delegates notes the loss of DJ Thomas with sadness and respect for his memory.
  • Commendation: The resolution acknowledges his kindness, generosity, and impact on the Hopewell community.
  • Memorial Gesture: The Clerk of the House is instructed to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to DJ Thomas’s family as an expression of the House’s respect.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Devon Jamye Thomas’s family and the Hopewell community, particularly those who benefited from his free haircuts and mentorship.
  • Legislative impact: No policy changes, funding allocations, or statutory amendments. This is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing an individual's life and contributions.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: June 13, 2026 (Special Session I)
  • Action: Presented and laid on the Speaker’s table on the same date
  • Next steps: If adopted, the Clerk would issue a commemorative copy to the family; otherwise, the action remains a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Additional Context

  • DJ Thomas was described as a graduate of Hopewell High School, trained in cosmetology (Paul Mitchell Cosmetology and Beauty School in Florida), and who also pursued training as an electrical technician and studies in cybersecurity.
  • He recently opened a barbershop, Premium Cutz, and engaged in community service through free haircuts for youth and mentorship.

This bill is a ceremonial tribute designed to publicly honor an individual’s life and community contributions, without creating legal duties or fiscal impacts.

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

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