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HJ62 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Emmett Pierce.

Celebrating the life of Emmett Pierce.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Fowler
Last action
2026-04-02
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The exact form of presentation to Emmett Pierce's family is not specified in the bill text.

Honoring Emmett Pierce

This legislation honors Emmett Pierce, recognizing him as an honorable veteran and respected community member.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes Emmett Pierce as an honorable veteran and respected community member.
  • Acknowledges his contributions as a machinist and musician.
  • Celebrates his faith and involvement with Slash Christian Church.
  • Expresses sadness at his passing and respect for his memory.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Emmett Pierce's family
  • The Hanover County community

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A phrase used to introduce facts or reasons that support the resolution.
RESOLVED
A statement expressing a formal decision or opinion by the legislature.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide specific actions beyond recognizing Emmett Pierce's contributions and expressing condolences to his family.
  • It is unclear what form of presentation will be given to Emmett Pierce’s family.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-02 House

    Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ62ER)

  2. 2026-01-29 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  3. 2026-01-27 Senate

    Received

  4. 2026-01-27 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

  5. 2026-01-26 House

    Engrossed by House

  6. 2026-01-26 House

    Agreed to by House

  7. 2026-01-20 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26103107D

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Emmett Pierce.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of Emmett Pierce.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, January 26, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, January 29, 2026
WHEREAS, Emmett Pierce, an honorable veteran, respected machinist, accomplished musician, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, and cherished member of the Hanover County community, died on October 22, 2025; and
WHEREAS, born and raised in Mechanicsville, Emmett “Dalton” Pierce served his country with honor and distinction as a member of the special forces of the 11th Airborne Division of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, Dalton Pierce made an impact working for several years as a machinist for Reynolds Metals and later by serving for 19 years with the Hanover County Parks and Recreation Department; and
WHEREAS, Dalton Pierce had a passion and gift for music and delighted family and fans playing lead guitar and singing tenor with the Bluegrass Clippers and the Disciples; and
WHEREAS, guided throughout his life by his faith, Dalton Pierce enjoyed worship and fellowship with his community at Slash Christian Church in Hanover County, where he served as the co-author, director, and producer of the church's outdoor Christmas Nativity, “Why the Star?”; and
WHEREAS, Dalton Pierce will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife of 56 years, Julia; his children, Chad, Shane, and Jared, 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 Emmett Pierce, a treasured member of the Hanover County community whose light brightened countless lives; 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 Emmett Pierce as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.