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HR113 • 2026

Commending Beatrice Black.

Commending Beatrice Black.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Hayes
Last action
2026-04-16
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The candidate explanation included more detailed information than what was provided in the official bill summary and text, which only mentions commending Beatrice Black on her birthday for her contributions to veterans organizations and other community groups without specifying details about those groups or events.

Praise for Beatrice Black

This bill commends Beatrice Black on her 90th birthday for her contributions to veterans organizations and other community groups in Chesapeake.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Beatrice Black for her work in Chesapeake.
  • Notes that she celebrated her 90th birthday on February 14, 2026.
  • Highlights her involvement with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and other community groups.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Beatrice Black
  • The House of Delegates

Terms To Know

House of Delegates
A group in the state government that makes laws and decisions for Virginia.

Limits and Unknowns

  • Does not provide any financial support or benefits.
  • Only expresses praise and admiration, with no legal requirements.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-16 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR113ER)

  2. 2026-02-12 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26107693D

  3. 2026-02-12 House

    Taken up for immediate consideration

  4. 2026-02-12 House

    Engrossed by House

  5. 2026-02-12 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

Official Summary Text

Commending Beatrice Black.

Current Bill Text

Read the full stored bill text 
Commending Beatrice Black.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black, a vibrant member of the Chesapeake community who has made numerous contributions to others through her civic involvement, celebrated her 90th birthday on February 14, 2026; and
WHEREAS, born in 1936, Beatrice Black has witnessed countless historical events over the course of her life, from World War II and the civil rights movement to the Moon landing and the dawn of the Internet era; and
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black grew up in Concord, North Carolina, where she attended Logan High School; and
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black was married to the late Willie J. Black for many years and supported his career as a drill sergeant in the United States Army, becoming involved with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled American Veterans, and other veterans organizations; and
WHEREAS, after living in New Jersey for more than four decades, Beatrice Black settled in Chesapeake and has continued to uphold her lifelong dedication to community service; and
WHEREAS, in addition to becoming a life member of the VFW, Beatrice Black has provided her wisdom and insightful leadership to the Order of the Eastern Star, the Red Hatters High Steppers of Chesapeake, the Busy Bees Senior Club, and the Seniors Ministry at New Hope Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, the proud matriarch of a large family, Beatrice Black raised five children and has numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; she has imparted to the next generations of her family her kindness, dignity, grace, and commitment to servant leadership; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Beatrice Black of Chesapeake hereby be commended on the occasion of her 90th birthday; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Beatrice Black as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her lifetime of achievements and best wishes.