Commending Dana G. Schrad.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Jennifer Boysko and 13 co-sponsors

The resolution formally commends Dana G. Schrad for 30 years of leadership at VACP and her interagency collaboration, retiring April 2026.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR2036ER)

Overview

Type: Senate Resolution (SR 2036)

Session: 2026 Special Session I, Virginia

Topic: Commending Dana G. Schrad on her retirement as executive director of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police (VACP)

Introduced: June 15, 2026

Sponsors: Multiple senators (and a list of co-sponsors)

Purpose: A formal expression of appreciation and commendation for Dana G. Schrad’s 30-year leadership and contributions to law enforcement in Virginia

Purpose and Intent

Recognizes Dana G. Schrad for her long-term service as executive director of the VACP, including leadership, advocacy, training, and collaboration across law-enforcement agencies at local, state, and federal levels.

Acknowledges her retirement in April 2026 and her impact on professionalism, interagency cooperation, and policy advisory work within Virginia’s criminal justice and public safety sectors.

Provides an official statement of admiration and best wishes from the Senate of Virginia.

Key Provisions and Provisions Impact

Commendation: The resolution formally commends Dana G. Schrad for her dedication and service to the Commonwealth’s law-enforcement community.

Presentation: Directs the Clerk of the Senate to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to Dana G. Schrad as an expression of the Senate’s admiration and best wishes upon retirement.

Scope of Recognition: Highlights Schrad’s roles, including:

Leadership of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police since January 1996
Oversight of strategy, operations, finances, and professional development initiatives
Promotion of interagency cooperation and training programs
Involvement with legislative work groups and state advisory boards (notably including service as chair of the Virginia Board of Juvenile Justice)
Experience as an instructor and facilitator of criminal justice education and training

No fiscal or regulatory changes: As a ceremonial resolution, it does not impose new duties, obligations, or appropriations on state agencies.

Who or What is Affected

Dana G. Schrad: Primary recipient of the commendation.

Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police (VACP): Recognized for her leadership and impact; the organization’s work and influence are highlighted.

Virginia’s law-enforcement community: Beneficiaries of her advocacy, leadership development, and collaborative efforts acknowledged in the resolution.

The Senate of Virginia and its Clerk: Responsible for presenting and recording the resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduction and Presentation: The measure was offered and presented on June 15, 2026, during Special Session I.

Status: Laid on the Clerk’s Desk on June 15, 2026, and subsequently introduced as SR 2036.

Legislative effect: Being a concurrent or joint ceremonial resolution, it serves as formal recognition with no direct policy or budgetary impact.

Summary

SR 2036 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Dana G. Schrad, long-time executive director of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police, on the occasion of her retirement in April 2026. It highlights her 30 years of leadership, contributions to professional policing, interagency cooperation, policy advisory work, and educational outreach. The resolution authorizes the Clerk of the Senate to present a copy to Schrad and expresses the Senate’s admiration and best wishes. There are no accompanying fiscal provisions or statutory changes.