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HR 2036

Celebrating the life of Louis A. Boone.

2026, 1st Special Session

The bill formally honors and memorializes Louis A. Boone, a Norfolk State University student, for his contributions and legacy.

Bill text as passed House (HR2036ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 2036

Summary: HR 2036 (2026 Session, Virginia) – Celebrating the life of Louis A. Boone

1) Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a House Resolution (HR 2036) introduced in Special Session I of the 2026 Virginia General Assembly.
  • Purpose: to publicly acknowledge and honor the life of Louis A. Boone, a student at Norfolk State University (NSU) who passed away in March 2026.
  • The resolution expresses condolences from the House of Delegates and serves as a formal tribute to Boone’s memory.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal Recognition: The resolution notes Louis A. Boone’s background, characteristics, and contributions to NSU and the local community.
    • Affiliation: Freshman at NSU; major in mass communications and broadcast.
    • Involvement: Photographer for NSU’s student newspaper (Spartan Echo); member of the NSU Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists; member of the NSU Content Creator Club; volunteer at WNSB Hot 91.1 FM.
    • Character: Described as hardworking, eager to learn, and possessing a positive spirit.
  • Formal Actions:
    • The House of Delegates acknowledges with sadness the loss of Boone.
    • The Clerk of the House is instructed to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Boone’s family as an expression of the House’s respect and remembrance.

3) Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries/Participants:
    • Louis A. Boone (the individual being honored).
    • Boone’s family and friends, who would receive a formal expression of the House’s condolences.
    • Norfolk State University community, particularly students and faculty connected to Boone (as the resolution references his involvement and impact).
  • General Public:
    • The resolution publicly formalizes mourning and recognition, contributing to the historical record of state acknowledgment of a local student’s life and contributions.

4) Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Prefiled Status: The measure was prefiled on April 22, 2026.
  • Introduction/Offering: Offered on April 23, 2026.
  • Legislative Path: This is a commemorative/expressive resolution rather than substantive policy; it does not propose new laws or funding but records the legislature’s sentiments.
  • Action History Summary:
    • 2026-04-22: Prefiled and laid on Speaker's table.
    • 2026-04-23: Offered as HR 2036 (D 26200052).

5) Context and Implications

  • While non-controversial and ceremonial, such resolutions follow a common practice in which the legislature honors notable local individuals, students, or community contributors.
  • The bill helps acknowledge and memorialize Louis A. Boone’s legacy within the NSU and Dumfries communities, potentially fostering a sense of communal remembrance and institutional pride.

If you’d like, I can provide a side-by-side comparison with similar Virginia House resolutions or extract potential formal language for a public-facing summary.

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

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