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HJ106 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins.

Celebrating the life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins.

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This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Carroll
Last action
2026-04-09
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The exact nature of the presentation to her family is not specified in the bill text.

Celebrating the Life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins

This legislation celebrates and honors the life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins, a community leader in Stafford County who dedicated herself to uplifting others.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins' death with sadness.
  • Highlights her work as an electrician and beautician, her advocacy for civil rights, support for young women, and role as a childcare provider.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The family of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins
  • Stafford County community members

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A clause used in legal documents to introduce a series of facts or reasons.
RESOLVED
A formal statement expressing the opinion or will of an assembly, such as a legislature.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide specific actions beyond recognition and respect.
  • It is unclear what form the presentation to her family will take.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-09 House

    Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ106ER)

  2. 2026-02-12 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  3. 2026-02-10 Senate

    Received

  4. 2026-02-10 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. 2026-02-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  6. 2026-02-09 House

    Agreed to by House

  7. 2026-02-02 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26103956D

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, February 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins, a vibrant member of the Stafford County community who dedicated her life to uplifting others, died on October 27, 2025; and
WHEREAS, a native of Anniston, Alabama, Annie Henderson-Jenkins worked as a line electrician for Stewart-Warner in Chicago, Illinois, where she earned accolades for her technical ability; and
WHEREAS, Annie Henderson-Jenkins settled in the Commonwealth with her family in 1985 and began a second career as a beautician, touching countless lives by helping her clients feel comfortable and confident; and
WHEREAS, a passionate advocate for civil rights and social justice, Annie Henderson-Jenkins worked tirelessly to advocate for members of the Black community and empower young women; and
WHEREAS, Annie Henderson-Jenkins also provided child care services to dozens of children over the years; she was a spiritual mother to many, imparting her compassion, warmth, and grace to the young people in her care; and
WHEREAS, predeceased by her husband of 59 years, John, Annie Henderson-Jenkins will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by her children, Maurice, Joanne, and Kimberly, and their families, and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins, a beloved community leader in Stafford County; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Annie Lois Henderson-Jenkins as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for her memory.