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SJ 215

Commending John W. Ormond.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Emily Jordan and 1 co-sponsor

Virginia legislature officially commends John W. Ormond through concurrent resolution; creates no policy changes or legal requirements.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ215ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 215

Legislative bill overview

SJ 215 is a commendation resolution passed by both chambers of the Virginia legislature that honors John W. Ormond for his contributions or service. As a concurrent resolution, it has no binding legal effect but serves as an official expression of legislative recognition.

Why is this important

Commendation resolutions create an official public record of legislative recognition and can be meaningful for individuals' professional legacies, community standing, and family records. They demonstrate that a person's work or service was valued enough to warrant formal acknowledgment by elected representatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill summary doesn't specify Ormond's accomplishments, making it impossible to assess whether the commendation is appropriate or controversial
  • Routine nature: Commendation resolutions are typically non-controversial procedural matters that pass with minimal debate
  • No substantive impact: Unlike legislative bills, resolutions create no policy changes, budgetary effects, or legal obligations

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

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