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HR 2143

Commending the Virginia School Boards Association.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Katrina Callsen and 1 co-sponsor

The bill ceremonially recognizes and commends the Virginia School Boards Association for its 120-year leadership in supporting local school governance and public education.

Bill text as passed House (HR2143ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 2143

Summary of Bill HR 2143 (2026S1)

Purpose and intent

  • This is a House of Delegates resolution honoring the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) on the occasion of its 120th anniversary (1906–2026).
  • The resolution recognizes the VSBA’s history of supporting local school governance, providing resources and advocacy for Virginia’s public schools, and its role in promoting high-quality educational opportunities for students.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution commemorates the VSBA’s 120-year legacy and ongoing commitment to local governance and public education.
  • It expresses admiration and appreciation from the House of Delegates for the VSBA’s services, which include leadership development, policy guidance, legal support, training, and advocacy.
  • The Clerk of the House of Delegates is directed to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to the VSBA as an official expression of the House’s acknowledgment.

Who or what is affected

  • The primary effect is ceremonial recognition by the Virginia House of Delegates.
  • The VSBA itself is the intended recipient of the commemorative copy and acknowledgment.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Session context: 2026 Special Session I.
  • Status: Introduced and presented on June 18, 2026; laid on the Speaker’s table.
  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Delegates Amy Laufer and Katrina Callsen.

Additional notes

  • The bill does not create or modify substantive law, funding, or policy requirements. Its purpose is symbolic recognition of the VSBA’s contributions to public education and local school governance in Virginia.
  • No fiscal impact is indicated in the text; the action is ceremonial.

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

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