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HR 18

Recognize The West Virginia 82d Airborne winning chapter of the year on 8/9/2025

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Anderson and 10 co-sponsors

West Virginia HR 18 recognises and congratulates the West Virginia All Airborne Chapter for being named Chapter of the Year for 2025 and its community service.

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Bill Summary · HR 18

Summary of HR 18 (West Virginia, 2026)

Purpose and Intent

  • HR 18 is a House Resolution congratulating the West Virginia All Airborne Chapter of the 82nd Airborne Association for being named the Chapter of the Year for 2025.
  • The resolution recognizes the chapter’s achievements and expresses appreciation for its contributions to veterans, community service, and state pride.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal acknowledgment: The resolution formally congratulates the West Virginia All Airborne Chapter (Clarksburg, WV) for earning Chapter of the Year for 2025.
  • Notable achievements cited:
    • The chapter’s “82nd Airborne Mustang” as a mobile symbol of airborne spirit.
    • Disaster relief efforts in California and Tennessee.
    • Veterans Home support in Barboursville, WV.
    • Fundraising activities supporting the annual Bridge Day celebration in Fayetteville, WV.
    • Support for community outreach, resilience, and the “All the Way” spirit.
  • Issuance of recognition: The Clerk of the House is directed to forward a copy of the resolution to the 82d Airborne Division Association Inc., West Virginia Chapter in Clarksburg, WV.

Who and What is Affected

  • Participants and stakeholders:
    • West Virginia All Airborne Chapter of the 82nd Airborne Association.
    • Members of the 82nd Airborne Division Association, WV Chapter.
    • Veterans and families in West Virginia who benefit from the chapter’s community service and outreach.
  • No new statutory duties, funding, or regulatory changes are imposed by this resolution. It is ceremonial in nature and serves as formal recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 19, 2026.
  • Referred to: House Rules Committee (for consideration and disposition).
  • Sponsorship: Multiple delegates co-sponsored, including Eldridge, Hillenbrand, Sheedy, D. Smith, Hite, Anderson, Street, Ridenour, Clay, Pritt, Watt.
  • Status: Filed for introduction and subsequently referred to Rules; no additional action details provided in the summary.

Notes

  • As a concurrent or non-binding resolution, HR 18 does not create enforceable law or allocate funds; it serves to recognize and commend a state chapter for its exemplary service and achievements.
  • The resolution emphasizes community impact, veteran support, disaster relief, and state pride stemming from the organization’s activities.

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

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