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HJ204 • 2026

Commending Stella D. Garcia.

Commending Stella D. Garcia.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Hope
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 resolution's content beyond commending Stella D. Garcia on her birthday, so additional claims were removed.

Praise for Stella D. Garcia

This resolution honors Stella D. Garcia on her 100th birthday.

What This Bill Does

  • Says that the General Assembly wants to praise Stella D. Garcia.
  • Notes that Stella D. Garcia is turning 100 years old in June 2026.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Stella D. Garcia, the person being honored.

Terms To Know

General Assembly
The group that makes laws for Virginia, made up of the House of Delegates and the Senate.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution is just a statement and does not create any new rules or spend money.
  • It only affects Stella D. Garcia and her family.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-09 House

    Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ204ER)

  2. 2026-03-11 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Received

  4. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. 2026-03-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  6. 2026-03-09 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  7. 2026-03-03 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26107974D

Official Summary Text

Commending Stella D. Garcia.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Stella D. Garcia.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026
WHEREAS, Stella D. Garcia, an esteemed resident of Arlington, celebrates her 100th birthday on June 6, 2026, an incredible milestone in a life dedicated to family, faith, and community; and
WHEREAS, born in Laredo, Texas, Stella Garcia, as a devoted military spouse, moved to the Commonwealth in 1950, initially residing in the Shirley-Duke Apartments in Alexandria; and
WHEREAS, in 1952, Stella Garcia purchased a home in the Green Valley neighborhood of Arlington, before moving to Arlington Forest in 1959, where she has since resided as the cherished matriarch of her family and a leader in the community; and
WHEREAS, Stella Garcia, since 1950, has been a committed member and volunteer at St. Thomas More Church, now the Cathedral of St. Thomas More, and devoted her professional career to education, serving at St. Charles School and St. Ann School until her retirement in 2017; and
WHEREAS, a devoted mother, Stella Garcia raised seven children who have grown to become teachers, real estate professionals, writers, and business owners, exemplifying the values of hard work and dedication she instilled in them as youths; and
WHEREAS, Stella Garcia has also been blessed with 20 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, all of whom honor her as the foundation and inspiration of their family; and
WHEREAS, Stella Garcia remains an active member of her community, now regularly attending Sunday services at St. Ann Catholic Church and continuing to inspire those around her with her faith, resilience, and grace; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Stella D. Garcia on the occasion of her 100th birthday; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Stella D. Garcia as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her legacy of contributions to the Commonwealth and best wishes for continued health and happiness.