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SJ 356

Celebrating the life of Jeremy Lathan Compton.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Travis Hackworth and 1 co-sponsor

Ceremonial resolution memorializes Jeremy Lathan Compton, honoring his life and public service as a firefighter, EMT, and deputy, with a copy of the resolution sent to his family.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ356ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 356

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution No. 356 (SJ356ER)

Purpose and status

  • Official title: Celebrating the life of Jeremy Lathan Compton.
  • Type: Ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution (SJ356ER), enrolled version after passage by both chambers.
  • Status: Agreed to by the Senate (Feb. 13, 2025) and the House of Delegates (Feb. 17, 2025); enrolled February 19, 2025.
  • Sponsor: Senator T. Travis Hackworth (primary); Delegate Obenshain (co-sponsor).

What the bill does

  • The resolution memorializes and honors Jeremy Lathan Compton, commemorating his life, public service, and impact on the Christiansburg community.
  • It expresses the General Assembly’s sadness at his passing and recognizes his dedicated work as a firefighter, emergency medical technician, and law‑enforcement professional.
  • It directs the Clerk of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Compton’s family as an expression of the General Assembly’s respect.

Key provisions and content

  • Summarizes Jeremy Compton’s life and career:
    • Firefighter started with Elliston Volunteer Fire Department (2006).
    • Joined Christiansburg Volunteer Fire Department (2014).
    • Professional firefighter and EMT with the City of Radford (2022).
    • Deputy with Radford City Sheriff’s Office (2016–2019); contributed to the crisis intervention team program.
    • Noted for dedication, mentorship of younger firefighters, positive attitude, and sense of humor.
    • Active in faith at Alleghany Church of Christ in Christiansburg.
  • Acknowledges his family: wife Kara; children Wyatt, Mason, Cassidy; parents Richard and Susan; brother Trevor.
  • Conveys the community’s appreciation for his public service and impact on public safety.

Who is affected

  • Primarily Jeremy Lathan Compton’s immediate family and friends.
  • The Christiansburg community and public safety colleagues who benefited from his work and mentorship.
  • The General Assembly, which publicly memorializes his contributions and presents a formal expression of respect.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduced: February 6, 2025.
  • Engrossed in Senate: February 13, 2025; agreed to by Senate same day.
  • Recorded as received by House: February 14, 2025; laid on Clerk’s desk.
  • Agreed to by House: February 17, 2025.
  • Enrolled (final version SJ356ER): February 19, 2025.
  • This is a ceremonial resolution and does not enact policy or allocate funds.

Bottom line

SJ356ER is a ceremonial tribute recognizing the life, service, and community impact of Jeremy Lathan Compton, memorializing him in the official records and presenting a copy of the resolution to his family. It reflects the General Assembly’s respect and sadness at his loss.

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

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