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HR 480

Celebrating the life of Everette Alexander Hicks, Sr.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cia Price and 3 co-sponsors

Virginia House resolution honors the life and legacy of Everette Alexander Hicks, Sr. through official commemoration.

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Bill Summary · HR 480

Legislative bill overview

HR 480 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and legacy of Everette Alexander Hicks, Sr. The bill was introduced by Delegate Cia Price and presented to the Virginia House of Delegates. This type of resolution typically recognizes an individual's contributions to their community and family.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions serve to publicly acknowledge individuals who have made meaningful impacts on their communities or families. While not legislation that creates policy or law, such resolutions create an official legislative record honoring the person and can provide historical documentation of their significance to Virginia.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of commemoration: Some may question whether legislative time should be devoted to individual commemorations versus policy matters, though this is a minor procedural use of legislative capacity
  • Selection criteria: There may be questions about what criteria determine which individuals receive such legislative honors
  • Equity of recognition: Concerns could arise about whether such commemorations are distributed equitably across different communities and demographics

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

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