HJ223 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.

Enacted

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

Sponsor: Fowler
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 impact on programs or actions beyond symbolic recognition.

Celebrating the Life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp

This legislation celebrates the life and contributions of Wayne Cornelius Rapp, a dedicated first responder who passed away in February 2026.

What This Bill Does

Recognizes the death of Wayne Cornelius Rapp with sadness.
Highlights his service as a volunteer firefighter for two local rescue squads in Hanover County.
Acknowledges his leadership roles within state first responder organizations and his long career at SunTrust Bank.
Commends his contributions to Shiloh United Methodist Church.

Who It Names or Affects

Wayne Cornelius Rapp's family
The community of Hanover County, Virginia

Terms To Know

First responder: A person who is among the first to arrive and provide assistance at the scene of an emergency.
Volunteer rescue squad: An organization made up of volunteers who respond to emergencies in their community.

Limits and Unknowns

The bill does not include specific actions or funding for any programs.
It is a symbolic resolution expressing respect and remembrance.

Bill History

2026-04-09 House
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ223ER)
2026-03-11 Senate
Agreed to by Senate
2026-03-11 Senate
Agreed to by Senate
2026-03-10 Senate
Received
2026-03-10 Senate
Laid on Clerk's Desk
2026-03-09 House
Engrossed by House
2026-03-09 House
Agreed to by House
2026-03-04 House
Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108672D

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026
WHEREAS, Wayne Cornelius Rapp, a dedicated first responder who served the residents of Hanover County with two local rescue squads and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died on February 19, 2026; and
WHEREAS, guided by his sincere desire to serve and support others in their time of greatest need, Wayne Rapp joined the West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad and the Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp offered his insightful leadership to local and state rescue squad organizations, serving as a district vice president and former treasurer of the Virginia Association of First Responders; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp also pursued a long career with SunTrust Bank, retiring after 45 years of service; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp enjoyed fellowship and worship with the community as an active and supportive member of Shiloh United Methodist Church; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp inspired others through his integrity, generosity, and humility; he showed an unwavering devotion to his community and his family, guiding his children and grandchildren with steady encouragement and quiet wisdom; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his devoted wife of 60 years, Jane; his sons, Jeffrey and Michael, 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 Wayne Cornelius Rapp; 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 Wayne Cornelius Rapp as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.