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HJ 577

Commending Dave Perno.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Cherry and 2 co-sponsors

Publicly commend Dave Perno, president of Loyalty Automotive, for Virginia's 2025 Time Magazine Dealer of the Year nominee status and his industry leadership and community work.

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Bill Summary · HJ 577

Summary of HJ577: Commending Dave Perno

Overview

House Joint Resolution No. 577 (HJ577) is a ceremonial, non-substantive measure aimed at recognizing Dave Perno, president of Loyalty Automotive, for being named the 2025 Time Magazine Dealer of the Year nominee for Virginia. The resolution expresses admiration for his career, community service, and industry leadership. It is a joint resolution passed by both chambers, intended to be presented to Mr. Perno.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly commend Dave Perno for his professional achievements in the Virginia automotive industry and for being named a Time Magazine Dealer of the Year nominee for Virginia in 2025.
  • To acknowledge his career progression, industry leadership, philanthropic efforts, and mentorship within the community.

Key Provisions (Operative Effect)

  • The General Assembly would formally commend Dave Perno, president of Loyalty Automotive (with operations in Chester and Williamsburg), for his nomination as Virginia’s Time Magazine Dealer of the Year.
  • The resolution highlights his career trajectory, including start in the industry, leadership roles, and rebranding of Priority Automotive to Loyalty Automotive.
  • It recognizes his service on the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association board (including a prior chairmanship) and his efforts to address technician shortages (e.g., a Reynolds Community College scholarship/apprenticeship program).
  • It notes his community involvement with various charitable organizations and mentorship of industry colleagues and family members.
  • The Clerk of the House of Delegates would prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Mr. Perno as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Dave Perno and Loyalty Automotive (employees, customers, and stakeholders in Chester and Williamsburg).
  • Secondary: The Virginia Automobile Dealers Association (for recognition of leadership efforts) and the broader Virginia community receiving acknowledgment of local business leadership.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: January 31, 2025.
  • House actions: Engrossed February 10, 2025; agreed to by the House by voice vote on the same day.
  • Senate/Clerk actions: Received February 11, 2025; laid on Clerk’s Desk; no further action.
  • Status: Failed to pass as of February 22, 2025.

Implications

  • Substantively, HJ577 has no policy or fiscal impact beyond ceremonial recognition.
  • As a joint resolution, it would have no regulatory effect unless enacted into law by other formal means; its primary function is formal commendation and presentation.
  • The resolution reflects customary recognition of notable Virginians contributing to industry and community life.

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

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