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HR262 • 2026

Commending Jacob Branson.

Commending Jacob Branson.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material provides additional context about Jacob's achievements but does not specify actions beyond commending him.

Commending Jacob Branson

This bill commends Jacob Branson for earning the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America.

What This Bill Does

  • Says that Jacob Branson is being commended by the House of Delegates.
  • Notes that Jacob earned the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Jacob Branson, who is being honored for his achievements.

Terms To Know

Eagle Scout
The highest honor conferred by Scouting America.

Limits and Unknowns

  • Does not provide details on how the resolution will be presented to Jacob Branson beyond instructing the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy.
  • Does not mention any specific actions beyond commending Jacob Branson.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR262ER)

  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 26108492D

Official Summary Text

Commending Jacob Branson.

Current Bill Text

Read the full stored bill text
Commending Jacob Branson.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
WHEREAS, Jacob Branson of Stafford County recently earned the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor conferred by Scouting America; and
WHEREAS, Jacob Branson has been a member of Scouting America, formerly the Boy Scouts of America, for several years, and earned various merit badges, fulfilled myriad leadership roles, and completed numerous service projects on his journey to becoming an Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, with Scouting America, Jacob Branson has made a positive impact in his community while cultivating the fortitude, character, and integrity needed to succeed as a leader of his generation; and
WHEREAS, Jacob Branson's accomplishment is a testament to his steadfast dedication, exemplary leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Jacob Branson hereby be commended for earning the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Jacob Branson as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his achievement and best wishes in his future endeavors.