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HR 2010

Celebrating the life of James Bradley Boyd.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Will Morefield

Virginia House honors James Bradley Boyd for lifelong service to Richlands through business, veterans, and community leadership (ceremonial tribute).

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Bill Summary · HR 2010

Summary of Bill HR 2010 (2026 Special Session I, Virginia)

Title

Celebrating the life of James Bradley Boyd

Purpose and Intent

  • This is a House of Delegates resolution to publicly commemorate and honor the life and contributions of James Bradley Boyd (Jim Boyd), a long-time member of the Richlands community, veteran, small business advocate, and community leader.
  • The resolution expresses the House’s mourning and respect for his memory and acknowledges his service and impact on the community.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal Note of Loss: The resolution states the House of Delegates’ sadness at the passing of James Bradley Boyd, detailing his life and achievements.
  • Personal and Professional Biography: The resolution includes a comprehensive biographical summary, highlighting:
    • Early life and education: Born in Raven; graduated Richlands High School (1950); bachelor’s degree from Virginia Tech; MBA from Averett University (1992).
    • Military service: U.S. Marine Corps (1956–1959), attaining the rank of captain; subsequent commander of a Marine Reserve unit in Johnson City, TN.
    • Career: Roles at Southwestern Supply; plant manager and VP at Virginian Metal Products; director of the Small Business Development Center at Southwest Virginia Community College (SVCC) starting in 1994; international work promoting small business and economic growth (including work in Russia and Armenia).
    • Community involvement: Board member and leader in multiple local organizations (Clinch Valley Community Action, SVCC Foundation, Richlands National Bank, Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce); recognized as Citizen of the Year by the Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce (1984); involvement in Gethsemane Baptist Church as a charter member, deacon, trustee, choir member, and Sunday school teacher.
  • Formal Resolutions:
    • The House resolves to note with great sadness the loss of James Bradley Boyd and to acknowledge his legacy of dedication and service.
    • The Clerk is instructed to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to the family as an expression of the House’s respect.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Primary Effect: Formal recognition by the Virginia House of Delegates of James Bradley Boyd’s life and contributions.
  • Beneficiaries: James Bradley Boyd’s family, friends, and the Richlands community, through the public record of appreciation.
  • No direct fiscal impact or policy change is indicated; the resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Prefiled Status: The resolution was prefiled on April 22, 2026.
  • Formal Introduction: Offered in the House on April 23, 2026 (Bill Number HR 2010).
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor is Delegate Morefield; co-sponsor noted as Will Morefield.
  • Legislative Nature: This is a non-binding ceremonial resolution, not a pending statute affecting law or state policy.

Additional Context

  • The bill is part of a standard practice in the Virginia General Assembly to honor notable individuals from local communities who have contributed to veterans’ services, economic development, and community life.

If you’d like, I can convert this into a one-page briefing for constituents or add a short biographical sidebar highlighting Jim Boyd’s key milestones.

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

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