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HR156 • 2026

Commending Lydia Larimore.

Commending Lydia Larimore.

Education
Enacted

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

Sponsor
Cohen
Last action
2026-04-20
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material provides detailed commendations but does not specify what happens after Lydia Larimore receives the commendation, nor does it include specific actions beyond the resolution itself.

Commending Lydia Larimore

This bill commends Lydia Larimore for being named the 2025 Counselor of the Year in Virginia.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Lydia Larimore for her selection as the 2025 Counselor of the Year by the Virginia School Counselor Association.
  • Recognizes her work at Neabsco Elementary School and her contributions to students' growth and development.
  • Requests that a copy of this commendation be given to Lydia Larimore.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Lydia Larimore
  • Students at Neabsco Elementary School

Terms To Know

Counselor of the Year
An award recognizing a school counselor for their excellent work in helping students.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill only commends Lydia Larimore and does not change any laws or provide financial support.
  • It does not specify what happens after Lydia Larimore receives the commendation.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR156ER)

  2. 2026-03-02 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-03-02 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-02-23 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26107364D

Official Summary Text

Commending Lydia Larimore.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Lydia Larimore.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 2, 2026
WHEREAS, Lydia Larimore, a trusted professional at Neabsco Elementary School in Prince William County, was selected as the 2025 Counselor of the Year by the Virginia School Counselor Association; and
WHEREAS, Lydia Larimore became a school counselor in 2021 to provide young people with a supportive advocate who helps them overcome life's challenges and achieve their fullest potential in and out the classroom; and
WHEREAS, the Counselor of the Year award recognizes Lydia Larimore's legacy of service to students, innovative approach to counseling, significant contributions to the school, and leadership to the wider community; and
WHEREAS, Lydia Larimore promotes the idea that students learn and grow best when given tangible opportunities to lead, demonstrate empathy, build connections, and develop positive mindsets; and
WHEREAS, over the course of her career, Lydia Larimore has developed strong bonds with students, family members, and the faculty and staff of Neabsco Elementary School to cultivate a nurturing, inclusive environment where students can grow socially, emotionally, and academically; and
WHEREAS, as a state honoree, Lydia Larimore represented the Commonwealth as a finalist for the 2026 School Counselor of the Year award from the American School Counselor Association; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Lydia Larimore hereby be commended on her selection as 2025 Counselor of the Year in Virginia; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Lydia Larimore as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her unwavering commitment to the health and wellness of students at Neabsco Elementary School.