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HJ 521

Commending the Rotary Club of Woodstock.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Todd Gilbert

Ceremonial resolution commends the Rotary Club of Woodstock for 100 years of service in Virginia, recognizing scholarships, youth programs, park efforts, and charity.

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ521ER)
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Bill Summary · HJ 521

Summary of HJ521ER — Commending the Rotary Club of Woodstock

Overview

  • Bill: House Joint Resolution No. 521 (HJ521ER)
  • Title: Commending the Rotary Club of Woodstock
  • Type: Non-binding ceremonial resolution
  • Purpose: To formally commend the Rotary Club of Woodstock on the occasion of its 100th anniversary (founded 1925) and to recognize its contributions to the Woodstock community and beyond
  • Status: Enrolled; agreed to by the House on January 27, 2025 and by the Senate on January 30, 2025
  • Introduced: January 21, 2025; Patron: Delegate Gilbert
  • Enrolled text: HJ521ER

Background and Purpose

HJ521ER memorializes the Rotary Club of Woodstock’s centennial milestone and highlights a century of community service and charitable activity in Virginia. The resolution documents the club’s historical charter date (February 20, 1925) and outlines a broad pattern of local and global service, education, health, and humanitarian efforts attributed to the club.

Key Provisions and Provisions of the Resolution

  • Formal commendation: The General Assembly, by joint resolution, commends the Rotary Club of Woodstock on its 100th anniversary.
  • Expressed recognitions (Whereas clauses):
    • The club has enhanced quality of life in Virginia and globally through service initiatives.
    • It has provided more than $270,000 in scholarships to help high school graduates pursue higher education and careers.
    • It sponsors a Rotary Interact Club at Central High School to cultivate leadership and the motto “Service above Self.”
    • It has supported recreational amenities and volunteer activities at Woodstock Recreational Park (renamed in honor of former mayor W.O. Riley).
    • Its Santa Express event delivers clothing, food, and toys to hundreds of people in need on Christmas Eve.
    • It has supported educational and athletic programs in local schools, contributed to the establishment of Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, and supported numerous charities.
    • It collaborates with Rotarians worldwide on programs aimed at eradicating polio.
  • Ceremonial action: The Clerk of the House is instructed to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to the Rotary Club of Woodstock.

Who or What Is Affected

  • The resolution primarily affects public recognition by the General Assembly. It does not create new duties, authorize expenditures, or alter statutory requirements. The primary beneficiary is the Rotary Club of Woodstock, which receives formal recognition for its community contributions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: January 21, 2025 (Patron: Gilbert)
  • House actions: Engrossed January 27, 2025; Agreed to by the House by voice vote (January 27, 2025)
  • Senate actions: Agreed to by the Senate by voice vote (January 30, 2025)
  • Enacted as Enrolled (HJ521ER): March 18, 2025, per the legislative actions log

Impactful Takeaways

  • HJ521ER is a ceremonial acknowledgment celebrating a century of service by the Rotary Club of Woodstock.
  • Highlights the club’s educational, health, park, youth leadership, and charitable contributions.
  • Signals bipartisan appreciation and local pride without imposing policy changes or financial obligations.

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

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