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Designating August, in 2026 and in each succeeding year, as Make-A-Will Month in Virginia.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 11, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 3, 2026
WHEREAS, a will is a legal document that contains instructions concerning what should be done with one's assets and property following their death; and
WHEREAS, all Virginians, regardless of their income level, should create a will to ensure that their property, possessions, and assets are properly bequeathed, their children are adequately cared for, and their wishes for everything under their care and power are fully known; and
WHEREAS, despite the importance of a will, many individuals have failed to establish one, leaving major decisions to be determined by the government and through applicable laws, putting added pressure and stress on grieving family members; and
WHEREAS, creating a will gives individuals the ability to plan for how their digital assets and online accounts should be handled following their death, as well to support charities and causes of their choosing; and
WHEREAS, there are a number of organizations and entities, such as the American Red Cross and FreeWill.com, that are dedicated to helping individuals overcome the challenges and complexities of creating a will; and
WHEREAS, recognizing August as Make-A-Will Month will provide the relevant state and local agencies with an opportunity to offer free resources and information on the importance of establishing a will, while encouraging individuals to either create or revisit their will for the benefit of their descendants; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly designate August, in 2026 and in each succeeding year, as Make-A-Will Month in Virginia; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates transmit a copy of this resolution to the American Red Cross so that members of the organization may be apprised of the sense of the General Assembly of Virginia in this matter; and, be it
RESOLVED FINALLY, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates post the designation of this month on the General Assembly's website.