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SJ 306

Celebrating the life of James Downer Ogg.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Will Davis and 3 co-sponsors

Honors James Downer Ogg for lifelong leadership in expanding broadband access in Louisa County and his service to family and community.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ306ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 306

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution No. 306 (SJ306ER)

Overview

SJ306ER is a commemorative Senate Joint Resolution recognizing and honoring the life of James Downer Ogg of Louisa County. The resolution memorializes his contributions to the telecommunications field, his impact on broadband access in Louisa County, and his roles as husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and community member. It is a ceremonial, non-controversial tribute and does not enact new laws or allocate funds.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly note with great sadness the death of James Downer Ogg on November 30, 2024.
  • To acknowledge his leadership in telecommunications and his commitment to applying technology to benefit all members of society.
  • To honor his legacy, including his family life, community involvement, and accomplishments such as expanding broadband Internet service in Louisa County.
  • To direct the Clerk of the Senate to present a copy of the resolution to his family as a sign of the General Assembly’s respect.

Key Provisions

  • Statements of respect and condolence for James Downer Ogg, highlighting his career and character.
  • Recognition of his role in introducing and expanding broadband Internet service in Louisa County and his work with the Louisa County Broadband Authority.
  • Acknowledgment of his personal achievements, including restoring the Ogg Farm as a family sanctuary and gathering place.
  • Noting that he was predeceased by his wife, Sandra, and survived by his children, Lori, Kelli, Lisa, JoAnn, James, and their families.
  • Directive that the Clerk of the Senate prepare and present a copy of the resolution to the Ogg family.

Affected Parties

  • James Downer Ogg and his family.
  • Louisa County and its community, particularly the Louisa County Broadband Authority and broader telecommunications stakeholders.
  • Members of the Virginia General Assembly (as the body adopting the resolution and presenting the tribute).

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: January 24, 2025.
  • Engrossed by Senate and Agreed to by Senate: January 30, 2025.
  • Agreed to by the House of Delegates: February 3, 2025.
  • Enrolled: February 4, 2025.
  • Status: Bill text SJ306ER; passed by both chambers as a memorial resolution (no substantive policy changes).
  • Patronage: Senate Patron Reeves; Delegates Davis, Feggans, and Scott, P.A.

Additional Context

  • While the text provides a concise biographical outline (educational background: Maine Township High School, DePaul University, MBA from the University of Virginia; early life near Chicago; farm life in Louisa County), the core function remains ceremonial, commemorating Jim Ogg’s impact on technology access and his service to the community.

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

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