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HJ 588

Commending Lonnie Andrews III.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cliff Hayes

Commends Lonnie Andrews III for leading Oscar F. Smith to the VHSL Class 6 state title as a sophomore QB, 3.6 GPA, all-state honors; best wishes for continued success.

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ588ER)
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Bill Summary · HJ 588

Summary of House Joint Resolution 588 (HJ588ER): Commending Lonnie Andrews III

Overview

  • Type: Concurrent resolution (ceremonial) recognizing a student-athlete
  • Title: Commending Lonnie Andrews III
  • Bill number: HJ 588 (Enrolled as HJ588ER)
  • Introduced: February 3, 2025
  • Status: Passed both House and Senate; enrolled (HJ588ER)
  • Patron: Delegate Hayes
  • Key outcome: Expresses the General Assembly’s admiration for Lonnie Andrews III and best wishes for his continued success

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution commends Lonnie Andrews III for his achievements during the 2024 football season as a sophomore at Oscar F. Smith High School in Chesapeake.
  • It conveys the General Assembly’s admiration and best wishes for his future endeavors, recognizing athletic excellence, academic performance, and community impact.

Key Provisions

  • Declares that Lonnie Andrews III led Oscar F. Smith High School to the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 state championship on December 14, 2024.
  • Acknowledges his path to leadership as a sophomore quarterback who started in his freshman year and led clutch scoring drives in the championship game.
  • Highlights honors received in 2024:
    • VHSL Region 6A Offensive Player of the Year
    • Selected for the VHSL Class 6 all-state football team (noting he was the only sophomore to achieve this distinction)
  • Notes his academic standing (3.6 GPA) and collegiate scholarship interest from Virginia Tech, Syracuse University, and Boston College.
  • Credits family, coaches, teachers, and the Oscar F. Smith High School community for support and success.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution to present to Lonnie Andrews III.

Background on Honoree

  • Student: Lonnie Andrews III, sophomore
  • School: Oscar F. Smith High School, Chesapeake, Virginia
  • Football milestones: Started as a freshman; became quarterback in sophomore year; led comeback victory in the Class 6 state championship against Madison High School of Varina
  • Community and academics: Noted for a 3.6 GPA and scholarship interest from major universities

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Lonnie Andrews III
  • Secondary: Oscar F. Smith High School community, family, coaches, and supporters
  • No legislative mandates, funding, or regulatory changes are imposed

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 3, 2025
  • House actions: Engrossed February 10, 2025; Agreed to by the House by voice vote
  • Senate actions: Agreed to by Senate February 13, 2025 (by voice vote)
  • Enrolled: Approved as HJ588ER (enrolled version)
  • Final effect: Ceremonial recognition with no fiscal impact or new regulatory requirements

Impact and Context

  • This is a ceremonial, commemorative resolution intended to acknowledge exemplary achievement in high school athletics and academics.
  • It serves to publicly honor Lonnie Andrews III and inspire continued excellence in sports and scholarship within the school community.

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

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