Commending the Virginia FFA.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Don Scott

The bill formally commends the Virginia FFA for its centennial contributions to agricultural education and leadership in Virginia.

Bill text as passed House (HR111ER)

Purpose and Intent

This bill is a House of Delegates resolution commending the Virginia FFA (Future Farmers of America) on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

It acknowledges the long history and contributions of Virginia FFA to agricultural education, leadership development, and the Commonwealth’s agricultural economy.

The resolution expresses admiration for the organization’s legacy of service to young people and its role in supporting agricultural education in Virginia.

Key Provisions and Changes

Formal commendation: The resolution states that the Virginia FFA is commended by the House of Delegates for reaching its centennial milestone.

Recognition language: The resolution highlights the Virginia FFA’s origins, its relationship to the National FFA Organization (formerly Future Farmers of America), and the historical development of agricultural education in Virginia.

Official action: Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to the Virginia FFA as an expression of the House’s admiration.

Who/What Is Affected

Primary: Virginia FFA (Future Farmers of Virginia) and its members, supporters, and local chapters throughout the Commonwealth.

Secondary: The Virginia Department of Education and educators involved in agricultural education may view the resolution as formal acknowledgment from the state legislature.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Status: Passed the House (HR111ER) as of April 16, 2026.

Earlier actions:

Introduced and offered February 11, 2026.
Engrossed by the House and agreed to by voice vote on February 16, 2026.

Sponsorship: Primary sponsor is a member of the House; co-sponsored by Don Scott.

Next steps: As a resolution, it typically proceeds to the Senate (if applicable in Virginia’s process) or serves as an official expression of sentiment from theHouse of Delegates. The document indicates formal preparation of a commemorative copy for presentation to the Virginia FFA.

Notable Context

The resolution provides historical context, tracing the origins of the FFA movement from the Smith-Hughes Act of 1917, the Virginia-based evolution of agricultural education, and the national FFA organization’s formation in 1928.

Emphasizes the enduring role of the Virginia FFA in supporting teachers, providing educational resources, and promoting agriculture’s prominence in Virginia’s economy.

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