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SR 4

Celebrating the life of William J. Martin.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lashrecse Aird and 31 co-sponsors

Virginia Senate passed a ceremonial resolution honoring the life of William J. Martin with no fiscal or policy consequences.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR4ER)
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Bill Summary · SR 4

Legislative bill overview

SR 4 is a commemorative resolution celebrating the life of William J. Martin. The bill passed the Virginia Senate by voice vote on January 22, 2026, and serves as an official tribute recognizing Martin's contributions and legacy.

Why is this important

Commemorative resolutions create an official legislative record honoring individuals deemed significant to their state or community. While non-binding and without fiscal impact, they represent institutional recognition and can be important to families, communities, and historical records. Such resolutions are common practice in state legislatures across the country.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill text and details about William J. Martin's specific accomplishments are not provided, making substantive analysis impossible
  • Ceremonial nature: Some view commemorative resolutions as non-essential legislative activity that uses chamber time and resources
  • Selection criteria: Questions may arise about why certain individuals receive legislative commemoration while others do not, and whether selection processes are transparent and equitable

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

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