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HR 2032

Celebrating the life of Gail Wilson.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Don Scott

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Gail Wilson for her life and contributions to the Chesapeake community and offering condolences to her family.

Bill text as passed House (HR2032ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 2032

Summary of H.R. 2032 (2026 Session, Virginia)

Title

Celebrating the life of Gail Wilson.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly acknowledge and honor the life and contributions of Gail Wilson, a member of the Chesapeake community.
  • The resolution expresses condolences and respect from the Virginia House of Delegates to Gail Wilson’s family and highlights her roles as wife, mother, grandmother, and community member.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition of Gail Wilson as a beloved figure in the Chesapeake community.
  • Description of her personal qualities (warm, diligent, strong, present, grateful) and the positive impact she had on family, friends, and the broader community.
  • Official note of sadness and tribute from the House of Delegates.
  • Direction for the Clerk of the House to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to Gail Wilson’s family as an expression of the House’s respect.

Who Is Affected

  • Gail Wilson and her family (husband Danny, children Ashley, Danyell, Sunceray, Ariel, and Terrance, along with their families).
  • The Chesapeake community, by virtue of a formal state recognition.
  • Members and staff of the Virginia House of Delegates, as the resolution is a formal proceeding of the body.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Type: House Resolution (HR), a ceremonial/proclamation measure.
  • Session: 2026 Special Session I.
  • Prefiled: April 22, 2026.
  • Offered: April 23, 2026.
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor is a member of the House; Don Scott is listed as a co-sponsor.
  • Action history indicates it was prefiled and laid on the Speaker’s table prior to introduction, then offered on the date noted.

Notable Context

  • This resolution is non-binding in a legislative sense (it does not create law or policy) but serves as an official expression of the House’s sympathy and respect.
  • It follows a common legislative practice of authorizing ceremonial resolutions to honor notable community members.

Summary Statement

H.R. 2032 is a ceremonial House of Delegates resolution recognizing Gail Wilson for her life and contributions to the Chesapeake community, offering condolences to her family, and directing the Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Gail Wilson’s family. The measure underscores the personal and communal impact Wilson had and provides a formal public tribute from the Virginia General Assembly.

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

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