Commending American Legion Post 150.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Kannan Srinivasan

Senate Resolution 2047 commends American Legion Post 150 of Sterling for five decades of service, veteran advocacy, and fundraising to restore the local veterans memorial.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR2047ER)

Summary of Bill: Senate Resolution No. 2047 (SR 2047)

Purpose and intent

SR 2047 is a resolution in the Virginia Senate commending American Legion Post 150 of Sterling.

The resolution recognizes the post’s role in advocating for and supporting veterans, service members, and military families, and its ongoing community service activities.

It honors the post’s 50-year stewardship of a veterans memorial in Sterling and its leadership in a fundraising campaign to repair and restore the memorial’s site in celebration of the memorial’s golden anniversary.

Key provisions and changes

Formal commendation: The Senate expresses admiration and commendation for American Legion Post 150’s legacy of service to Sterling and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Memorial recognition: The resolution notes the post’s maintenance of the veterans memorial located at Sterling Boulevard and Holly Avenue, and its annual Memorial Day event to honor veterans.

Fundraising initiative acknowledgment: It acknowledges the ongoing fundraising campaign led by Post 150 to fund repairs and restoration of the veterans memorial to preserve its significance for the next 50 years.

Formal presentation: The Clerk of the Senate is instructed to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to American Legion Post 150 as an official expression of the Senate’s admiration.

Who/what would be affected

Primary beneficiaries and recipients: American Legion Post 150 of Sterling, its members, and the Sterling community.

Indirect beneficiaries: Veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and residents who participate in or benefit from the Memorial Day observance and the memorial’s upkeep.

Government/process impact: No substantive policy changes, funding authorizations, or regulatory obligations are imposed; the measure is ceremonial in nature.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Session context: Introduced during the 2026 Special Session I of the Virginia Senate.

Introduction timing: Presented on June 18, 2026, and laid on the Clerk’s Desk the same day.

Sponsorship: Primary patron is Senator (Patron) Srinivasan, with co-sponsorship from Senator Kannan Srinivasan.

Action status: As a Senate resolution, it is an expression of sentiment and does not create enforceable duties or appropriations.

Overall assessment

SR 2047 serves to publicly acknowledge and honor American Legion Post 150 for five decades of service and for its efforts to preserve a veterans memorial.

It functions as a ceremonial tribute, recognizing community leadership, veteran advocacy, and ongoing commemorative activities within Sterling and the broader Commonwealth.