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HR 122

Celebrating the life of Elmer H. Steffes.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amy Laufer

The bill is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution honoring the life and contributions of Elmer H. Steffes and presenting the tribute to his family.

Bill text as passed House (HR122ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 122

Summary of House Resolution No. 122 (2026) – Virginia

Note: This is a House Resolution (HR) commemorating an individual, not a statute proposing new law or policy. It does not create enforceable duties or budgetary changes.

1) Purpose and intent

  • The primary purpose of HR 122 is to publicly acknowledge and honor the life and legacy of Elmer H. Steffes, a dairy farmer from Mount Calvary, Wisconsin.
  • The resolution pays tribute to his personal character, family life, and contributions as a community member, reflecting the Respect and esteem of the Virginia House of Delegates.

2) Key provisions and changes

  • Formal acknowledgment: The Virginia House of Delegates “not with great sadness the loss” of Elmer H. Steffes.
  • Non-legislative action: The resolution serves as an expression of respect and remembrance, not as a legislative directive or policy change.
  • Presentation to family: The Clerk of the House is instructed to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Elmer Steffes’s family, as a token of the House’s regard.

3) Affected entities and scope

  • Primary subject: Elmer H. Steffes (individual).
  • Affected audience: Members of the Virginia House of Delegates and the public, particularly readers of the resolution as a formal record of respect.
  • No governmental program, funding, or regulatory impact is implicated.

4) Procedural and timeline details

  • Introduction and advancement:
    • Presented and laid on the Speaker’s table on February 17, 2026.
    • Engrossed by the House and agreed to on February 23, 2026.
    • The bill text status indicates it has been enrolled and passed House as HR122ER on April 16, 2026.
  • Sponsorship:
    • Primary sponsor: Co-sponsor Amy Laufer.
  • Status: Agreed to by the House of Delegates; finalized as a resolution suitable for presentation to the family.

5) Notable content details

  • Personal background highlighted in the resolution includes:
    • Elmer Steffes' work as a dairy farmer and long hours dedicated to animal care.
    • Family life: husband to Betty and father of eight children, with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
    • Additional interests: skilled woodworker (notably producing children's rocking chairs and furniture), fishing, deer hunting, and time with family.
    • Personal qualities: described as quick-witted, humorous, and kind-hearted.

6) Practical takeaway

  • HR 122 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing the life and contributions of Elmer H. Steffes.
  • It serves as a formal gesture of respect and is intended to be presented to Steffes’s family as a capstone of the House’s recognition.

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

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