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HR248 • 2026

Commending the London Bridge Baptist Church.

Commending the London Bridge Baptist Church.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material only includes the commending of the London Bridge Baptist Church without additional details about its history or future plans. The candidate explanation included extra information not supported by the official bill text.

Commending the London Bridge Baptist Church

This bill commends the London Bridge Baptist Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for its long-standing service and community impact.

What This Bill Does

  • Says that the House of Delegates wants to commend the London Bridge Baptist Church.
  • Notes that the church has been around for over 240 years and provides spiritual guidance and fellowship.
  • Highlights how the church runs a preschool and kindergarten, supports community activities, and hosts large gatherings.
  • Commends the church's plans for service trips in Puerto Rico and Tanzania to help others.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The London Bridge Baptist Church
  • Members of the House of Delegates

Terms To Know

Clerk of the House of Delegates
A person who works for the House of Delegates and handles official documents.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not give any money or change laws, it only expresses commendation.
  • It is unclear what specific actions will be taken beyond presenting a copy to the church.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR248ER)

  2. 2026-03-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-03-09 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-03-04 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108582D

Official Summary Text

Commending the London Bridge Baptist Church.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the London Bridge Baptist Church.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
WHEREAS, for more than 240 years, the London Bridge Baptist Church in Virginia Beach has provided its congregation with uplifting spiritual guidance, joyful occasions for worship and fellowship, and meaningful opportunities for charitable outreach; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1784, the London Bridge Baptist Church has been led over the years by an accomplished line of faith leaders, including its current senior pastor, Greg Brinson; and
WHEREAS, on the campus of the London Bridge Baptist Church, the London Bridge Baptist Preschool and Kindergarten cultivate an exceptional learning environment to help young people grow and thrive; and
WHEREAS, the London Bridge Baptist Church generously supports the community throughout the year through a number of local outreach activities, as well as partnerships with area schools and the People in Need Ministry; and
WHEREAS, in November 2024, the London Bridge Baptist Church welcomed hundreds of messengers for the Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia's 25th anniversary annual homecoming, spotlighting its capacity for hosting large statewide gatherings; and
WHEREAS, members of the London Bridge Baptist Church are preparing for service trips to Puerto Rico and Tanzania in 2026, demonstrating a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of others around the world; and
WHEREAS, as a beacon of love, faith, and hope in the Virginia Beach community for more than two centuries, the London Bridge Baptist Church has made a profound and lasting impact on countless lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the London Bridge Baptist Church hereby be commended for its legacy of service in Virginia Beach and beyond; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the London Bridge Baptist Church as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the church's history and its contributions to Virginia Beach and the Commonwealth.