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HJ181 • 2026

Commending Melissa Purvis.

Commending Melissa Purvis.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide specific details about the bill's effective date or any limitations beyond honorary recognition.

Praise for Melissa Purvis

This bill honors Melissa Purvis, a police officer from Fairfax County, for her dedication and service in the community.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors Melissa Purvis for her work as a law enforcement officer.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Melissa Purvis, a police officer from Fairfax County Police Department.

Terms To Know

Resolution
An official statement or decision made by a legislative body, often used to commend individuals for their work.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or changes in laws.
  • It is an honorary recognition only and has no legal impact on Melissa Purvis's job duties.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-09 House

    Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ181ER)

  2. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-03 Senate

    Received

  4. 2026-03-03 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. 2026-03-02 House

    Engrossed by House

  6. 2026-03-02 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  7. 2026-02-26 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26105778D

Official Summary Text

Commending Melissa Purvis.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Melissa Purvis.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 2, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 5, 2026
WHEREAS, Melissa Purvis, a dedicated law-enforcement officer with the Fairfax County Police Department, has gone above and beyond to safeguard local residents and build a stronger sense of community in McLean; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Purvis holds a degree in psychology and worked extensively with young people with mental health issues before joining the Fairfax County Police Department in 2023; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Purvis was assigned to the McLean District Police Station, where she uses her background in psychology to promote community policing and forge strong relationships based on trust and mutual respect with members of the public; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Purvis has earned a reputation for her incomparable work ethic, detailed documentation, and thorough investigations, which have significantly aided crime analysis; and
WHEREAS, in 2024, Melissa Purvis was selected as the McLean District Police Station Officer of the Month for her exceptional courage and dedication to duty; and
WHEREAS, on May 5, 2024, Melissa Purvis was preparing to leave the scene of a domestic violence case, which had already extended beyond the end of her shift, when she received reports of a shooting on Lewinsville Road; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Purvis was among the first officers to arrive on the scene and remained to assist other officers long after the situation had been stabilized, reflecting her integrity and commitment to excellence; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Melissa Purvis of the Fairfax County Police Department for her professional achievements in service to the residents of McLean; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Melissa Purvis as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for her legacy of contributions to the McLean community.