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SJ 392

Commending Teri McNally.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Cole and 3 co-sponsors

The bill formalizes a ceremonial commendation recognizing Teri McNally for leading the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River, highlighting asset growth and $21M+ distribut

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ392ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 392

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 392 (SJ392) — Commending Teri McNally

Purpose

SJ392 is a ceremonial (concurrent) resolution recognizing and commending Teri McNally on the occasion of her retirement as chief executive officer of the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River. The resolution expresses admiration for her leadership and best wishes for a fulfilling retirement, and directs the Clerk of the Senate to present a copy to McNally.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution acknowledges McNally’s retirement on March 31, 2025.
  • It highlights her leadership since 2002 of the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River, a nonprofit serving Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline counties, and the City of Fredericksburg.
  • It notes substantial organizational growth under her tenure:
    • Asset base increased from $870,000 to more than $60 million.
    • The foundation supports 219 donor funds.
    • More than $21 million distributed to provide scholarships and support local nonprofits, churches, schools, and related initiatives.
  • It cites McNally’s plans for retirement activities (visiting friends and family, taking classes, traveling, reading, and time with grandchildren).
  • It concludes with a formal resolution of commendation and a directive for the Clerk to present a copy to McNally.

Affected Parties and Context

  • Primary individual: Teri McNally, retiring CEO of the Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River.
  • Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River and the communities it serves: Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline counties, and the City of Fredericksburg.
  • The Commonwealth of Virginia, through the General Assembly, issues a formal commendation and best wishes.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 14, 2025 (Bill number SJ392; carried by Patrons Durant; Delegates Cole, Milde, and Scott, P.A.).
  • Enrolled and final form: SJ392ER (text as passed by both chambers).
  • Passage:
    • Senate: Agreed to February 19, 2025.
    • House of Delegates: Agreed to February 20, 2025.
  • Enrolled status: The resolution was enrolled as SJ392ER and is the version implementing the commendation.

Impact and Implications

  • This is a ceremonial acknowledgment with no policy changes, appropriations, or regulatory effects.
  • It serves as an official public recognition of McNally’s service and impact on the region’s philanthropy and community nonprofit sector.
  • It may be used to publicly honor her contributions and to formalize the community’s appreciation in the Commonwealth’s records.

Quick Facts

  • Asset growth under McNally: $870,000 to >$60 million.
  • Donor funds: 219.
  • Total distributed: >$21 million.
  • Retirement date: March 31, 2025.

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

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