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HR 10

Celebrating the life of Mirabella Jean Michael Ward.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Will Morefield

Virginia House passes commemorative resolution honoring Mirabella Jean Michael Ward's life and legacy through formal legislative recognition.

Bill text as passed House (HR10ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 10

Legislative bill overview

HR 10 is a commemorative resolution introduced in the Virginia House of Delegates that celebrates the life of Mirabella Jean Michael Ward. The bill was agreed to by the House and engrossed on January 26, 2026, indicating it passed without substantive opposition.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions serve an important civic function by formally recognizing individuals' contributions to their communities and creating an official legislative record of their legacy. While non-binding and without fiscal impact, such resolutions provide families and communities with formal acknowledgment and preserve historical memory within state government records.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without access to the bill's full text, the specific achievements or circumstances being commemorated cannot be fully assessed for accuracy or significance.
  • Use of legislative time: Some legislators occasionally object to commemorative resolutions as consuming time that could address policy matters, though this is typically a minor concern.
  • Selective commemoration: Questions may arise about which individuals receive legislative commemoration and whether selection criteria are applied consistently and equitably.

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

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