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HR 141

Celebrating the life of Edward A. Trott, Jr.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marcus Simon

The bill enacts a formal resolution recognizing and memorializing Edward A. Trott, Jr. for his 28 years of reliable, accurate service as Falls Church deputy registrar and his commi

Bill text as passed House (HR141ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 141

Summary of HR 141 (2026 Session, Virginia) – Celebrating the life of Edward A. Trott, Jr.

1) Purpose and Intent

  • Purpose: To publicly recognize and memorialize Edward A. Trott, Jr. for his long service and commitment to the City of Falls Church.
  • Nature: A House of Delegates resolution expressing sadness at his passing and honoring his contributions as deputy registrar in the Falls Church Office of Elections.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal Resolution: The bill enacts a resolution that:
    • Notes the death of Edward A. Trott, Jr. on January 6, 2026.
    • Highlights his 28-year tenure as deputy registrar in Falls Church and his reputation for reliability, accuracy in elections, and professional conduct.
    • Remembers his personal qualities, including kindness, humor, and warmth.
    • Affirms his dedication to Falls Church and public service, both professionally and as a community member.
    • Acknowledges his family, including his wife Jeanne (married 65 years) and six children, along with other relatives and friends.
    • Conveys the House’s deep sadness and respect for his memory.
  • Formal Presentation: Requires the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to Trott’s family as an expression of the House’s respect.

3) Who or What is Affected

  • Individuals: Edward A. Trott, Jr. and his immediate family (wife Jeanne, children Barry, Mary, Judith, Anthony, Matthew, Emily, and extended relatives).
  • Institutions: Falls Church community and its Office of Elections (where Trott served as deputy registrar).
  • Legislative Body: The Virginia House of Delegates, which adopts and commemorates the resolution.

4) Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Enrolled and passed by the House of Delegates on February 23, 2026 (HR141ER).
  • Action History:
    • Presented and laid on the Speaker’s table on February 19, 2026.
    • Engrossed by the House and agreed to on February 23, 2026.
    • Text subsequently passed the House (HR141ER) on April 16, 2026, according to the action history.
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor is noted as a co-sponsor, Marcus Simon.

5) Additional Context

  • This is a commemorative, ceremonial resolution rather than substantive policy legislation.
  • It serves to formally recognize exemplary public service and to memorialize a local election official who contributed to the integrity of elections in Falls Church.

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