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HR 396

Commending Thomas M. Woody.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Wyatt

Virginia House passes ceremonial resolution commending Thomas M. Woody, creating official legislative recognition with no legal or budgetary impact.

Agreed to by House by voice vote
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Bill Summary · HR 396

Legislative bill overview

HR 396 is a commendatory resolution passed by the Virginia House of Representatives that honors Thomas M. Woody for his contributions or achievements. As a simple resolution, it carries no binding legal effect and serves purely as a formal recognition by the legislature.

Why is this important

Commendatory resolutions provide official legislative recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities or fields. While ceremonial in nature, such resolutions create a public record of achievement and may be meaningful to the honoree and their family, though they do not direct government action or allocate resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Selective recognition: Questions about criteria for who receives commendations and whether the process is equitable or subject to political favoritism
  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that legislative bodies should focus primarily on substantive policy rather than ceremonial resolutions
  • Limited transparency: Without access to the bill text, it's unclear what specific accomplishments or criteria led to this commendation

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

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