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HR184 • 2026

Commending Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS.

Commending Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide specific details about the bill's effective date or any limitations beyond those explicitly stated.

Honoring Dr. Gwendolyn Davis-Holley

This bill commends Dr. Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS, for her long-standing contributions to public health and dental care.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Dr. Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS, for her work as a dentist over many years.
  • Recognizes her contributions to public health and access to dental care.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Dr. Gwendolyn Davis-Holley
  • The House of Delegates

Terms To Know

Commendation
An official statement that praises someone for their good work.
Delegate
A person chosen to represent others in government.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or changes laws.
  • It only expresses appreciation and recognition for Dr. Davis-Holley's work.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR184ER)

  2. 2026-03-03 House

    Taken up for immediate consideration

  3. 2026-03-03 House

    Engrossed by House

  4. 2026-03-03 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  5. 2026-03-02 House

    Passed by for the day until March 3, 2026

  6. 2026-02-26 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108138D

Official Summary Text

Commending Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 3, 2026
WHEREAS,

Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS, a distinguished dentist and a champion of public health, has transformed smiles and strengthened communities across the Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, a proud graduate of Howard University and the Howard University College of Dentistry, Dr. Davis-Holley has dedicated more than four decades to advancing oral health and expanding access to quality dental care; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Davis-Holley's extraordinary career spans private practice, public health dentistry, nonprofit clinical leadership, and institutional service; from 1981 to 2010, she owned and operated a private practice serving families throughout Norfolk and Virginia Beach, providing comprehensive dental care and mentorship to fellow dental professionals, then played an instrumental role in launching a dental clinic for Horizon Health Services, expanding care to underserved communities; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Davis-Holley concluded her distinguished clinical career with the Virginia Department of Corrections from 2010 to 2022, providing comprehensive dental services to incarcerated individuals and often treating complex restorative cases, while also coaching staff and patients on effective communication and preventive health practices; and
WHEREAS, throughout her career, Dr. Davis-Holley championed preventive care, restorative dentistry, and patient education, ensuring that every individual, regardless of circumstance, received compassionate and high-quality treatment; her work in public health dentistry in the Commonwealth and around the world reflects her lifelong commitment to equity in health care and community wellness; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Davis-Holley also served the Commonwealth as an appointee to the Virginia Voluntary Formulary Board under Governor Chuck Robb and Governor Gerald Baliles; she has received many awards and accolades, including recognition from the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce and the NAACP; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS, hereby be commended for her legacy of achievements as a leader in oral health care and commitment to community leadership on the occasion of her 80th birthday on March 3, 2026; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Gwendolyn Davis-Holley, DDS, as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her unwavering dedication to improving the lives of others.