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SJ 328

Celebrating the life of Michele Irene Chapman.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and 3 co-sponsors

Ceremonial resolution honoring Michele Chapman for her public service and leadership in affordable housing and community advocacy in Alexandria.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ328ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 328

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution No. 328 (SJ328ER) – Celebrating the life of Michele Irene Chapman

Overview

SJ328ER is a ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution passed by both chambers recognizing and commemorating the life and contributions of Michele Irene Chapman, who was a longtime public servant and an advocate for affordable housing in Alexandria. The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s condolences and presents a formal expression of respect to her family.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly honor Michele Irene Chapman for her service to the community, leadership in affordable housing initiatives, and active civic engagement.
  • To memorialize her impact on Alexandria through her work with housing authorities, advisory committees, and various community organizations.
  • To provide a formal, non-legislative acknowledgement of her life and contributions.

Background on Michele Irene Chapman (as presented in the resolution)

  • Education: Graduated from T.C. Williams High School (now Alexandria City High School) in 1974; pursued further education at Northern Virginia Community College.
  • Career: Worked as an office manager for the United States Department of Labor; later served with Alexandria City Public Schools and retired from that position.
  • Housing advocacy: Board chair of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority; active with the Alexandria Affordable Housing Advisory Committee.
  • Community involvement: Involved with Alexandria Economic Opportunities Commission, Alexandria Early Childhood Commission, Boy Scouts of America, Northern Virginia Urban League’s Resource Mothers program, and Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
  • Faith and service: Longtime member of Alfred Street Baptist Church, involved in multiple ministries and mentoring activities.
  • Family: Preceded in death by her husband Richard and daughter Jennifer; survived by her son John and his family.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution notes the loss of Michele Chapman and acknowledges her grace, integrity, and impact on others.
  • It expresses the General Assembly’s respect and sadness and directs the Clerk of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Michele Chapman’s family.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: February 3, 2025
  • Engrossed by Senate: February 6, 2025
  • Senate adoption: February 6, 2025
  • House adoption: February 10, 2025
  • Enrolled: February 11, 2025
  • Agreed to by Senate: February 6, 2025
  • Agreed to by House: February 10, 2025
  • Final enrolled status: SJ328ER

Who Is Affected

  • Primarily commemorates Michele Chapman and informs the General Assembly and the public.
  • Affects her family, colleagues, and organizations connected to her housing advocacy and community work, and residents of Alexandria who recognize her contributions.

Implications

  • This is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution; it does not create or modify law or public policy.
  • Serves to memorialize and publicly acknowledge Chapman's service and advocacy, potentially reinforcing community recognition of affordable housing issues within Alexandria.

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