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HJ 614

Celebrating the life of Sterling Compton Broyles II.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Terry Austin and 3 co-sponsors

HJ614ER memorializes Sterling Compton Broyles II for 35 years educating Roanoke students and his ongoing volunteer work, reflecting the General Assembly’s respect.

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ614ER)
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Bill Summary · HJ 614

Summary of House Joint Resolution 614 (HJ614ER)

Overview

  • Bill: House Joint Resolution No. 614 (HJ614ER)
  • Title: Celebrating the life of Sterling Compton Broyles II
  • Type: Ceremonial memorial resolution acknowledging the life and service of a local educator
  • Status: Enrolled; text as passed by both House and Senate (HJ614ER)
  • Introduced: February 6, 2025
  • Patrons: Delegates Rasoul, Austin, Obenshain; Senator Suetterlein
  • Purpose: To express the General Assembly’s sadness at the death of Sterling Compton Broyles II and to honor his contributions to education and the Roanoke community

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves as a formal tribute recognizing Sterling Compton Broyles II for his 35-year career with Roanoke City Public Schools, particularly his impact as a teacher at Monterey Elementary School where he was affectionately known as “Mr. B.”
  • It notes his post-retirement volunteer service to local students and families, and his role as a cherished husband, father, and grandfather.
  • The measure conveys the General Assembly’s respect and memorializes his memory, with a copy of the resolution to be presented to his family.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Expresses condolences and notes with sadness the loss of Sterling Compton Broyles II (died March 21, 2024).
  • Acknowledges his 35-year tenure with Roanoke City Public Schools and his dedication as a Monterey Elementary School teacher.
  • Recognizes his ongoing volunteer service after retirement.
  • Declares the General Assembly’s respect for his memory and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to his family.

Who is Affected

  • Sterling Compton Broyles II and his immediate family (as the subject of the tribute).
  • The Roanoke community, particularly current and former students, colleagues, and families connected to Monterey Elementary School and Roanoke City Public Schools.
  • The General Assembly, as the body issuing the memorial resolution.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-02-06: Introduced and presented (laid on Speaker’s table)
  • 2025-02-10: Engrossed by the House; agreed to by the House
  • 2025-02-11: Received; laid on Clerk’s Desk
  • 2025-02-13: Agreed to by the Senate
  • 2025-03-20: Bill text as passed by both chambers (HJ614ER) indicated
  • Enrolled status confirmed; final enrolled version is HJ614ER

Impact and Fiscal Notes

  • This is a ceremonial, non-policymaking resolution. It does not enact laws, create or modify programs, or authorize expenditures.
  • No fiscal impact is associated with the resolution itself beyond customary printing and archival costs.

Bottom Line

HJ614ER is a commemorative joint resolution honoring Sterling Compton Broyles II for his decades of service as an educator and his continued volunteer work, reflecting the General Assembly’s respect and sympathy for his family and the Roanoke community.

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

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