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SJ 267

Commending the National Conference of State Legislatures.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lashrecse Aird and 38 co-sponsors

Virginia's SJ267ER commends the National Conference of State Legislatures on its 50th anniversary, recognizing its leadership in strengthening state legislatures and collaboration.

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ267ER)
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Bill Summary · SJ 267

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution No. 267 (SJ267ER)

What the bill is

SJ267ER is a ceremonial concurrent resolution adopted by the Virginia General Assembly commending the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. The resolution recognizes NCSL’s founding in 1975, its bipartisan mission, and its role in supporting state legislatures and legislative staff.

Purpose and intent

  • Acknowledges NCSL as the premier organization dedicated to serving state and territorial legislators and staff.
  • Highlights NCSL’s history as a merger of three organizations focused on legislative service and its commitment to democracy.
  • Commends NCSL for advancing the effectiveness, independence, integrity, and cooperation of state legislatures, and for giving states a strong, cohesive voice in the federal system.
  • Celebrates NCSL’s role in facilitating idea exchange, rigorous research, and comprehensive review of issues affecting local communities, states, and the nation.
  • Signals admiration for NCSL’s ability to bring together diverse backgrounds to foster consensus and positive change at national and international levels.

Key provisions

  • Formal recognition that the General Assembly commends NCSL for superb leadership and commitment to advancing legislative institutions on its 50th anniversary.
  • Directive that the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to NCSL as an expression of Virginia’s admiration for the organization's contributions to representative government in the Commonwealth and the United States.

Who is affected

  • Primary: National Conference of State Legislatures and its leadership.
  • Secondary: Virginia state legislators and legislative staff, and the general public, which benefits from a reaffirmed appreciation for strong, collaborative state governance.
  • No new regulatory or fiscal obligations are imposed; the measure is ceremonial.

Procedural and timeline highlights

  • Introduced: January 10, 2025 (prefiled and laid on Clerk’s desk).
  • Engrossed by Senate: January 30, 2025; agreed to by Senate by voice vote.
  • Received by House: January 31, 2025; laid on Speaker’s table the same day.
  • Agreed to by House: February 3, 2025 (voice vote).
  • Enrolled and bill text as passed: February 4, 2025 (SJ267ER).
  • Patronage indicates broad, bipartisan support.

Background context

  • NCSL, established in 1975, operates as a bipartisan body serving state and territorial legislatures and staff.
  • Its objectives include improving legislative effectiveness, independence, and integrity; fostering inter-legislature cooperation; and maintaining a strong federal voice for states.
  • The resolution frames NCSL as a “laboratory of democracy,” underscoring the value of cross-jurisdictional learning and collaboration.

Potential impact

  • Formal, ceremonial endorsement that may strengthen ties between Virginia and state legislators nationwide.
  • No fiscal impact or policy changes; primarily a recognition of service and contributions to representative government.

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

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