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HR63 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins.

Celebrating the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Pence
Last action
2026-04-13
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material provides detailed information about Tracey Lynn Jenkins' life, but the candidate explanation includes praise that is not explicitly stated in the bill text.

Celebrating the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins

This bill honors Tracey Lynn Jenkins, a community member and banker who passed away in November 2025.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins as someone who made significant contributions to her community.
  • Expresses sadness over the loss of Tracey Lynn Jenkins.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The family of Tracey Lynn Jenkins
  • Residents of Shenandoah County who knew or were touched by Tracey

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A phrase used to introduce facts that support the resolution.
RESOLVED
A statement expressing a formal decision or opinion by the House of Delegates.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial benefits or changes to laws.
  • It is a symbolic gesture and does not affect policies or regulations.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-13 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR63ER)

  2. 2026-02-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-02-09 House

    Agreed to by House

  4. 2026-02-03 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26105819D

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of Tracey Lynn Jenkins.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026
WHEREAS, Tracey Lynn Jenkins, a beloved daughter and mother, accomplished banker, and active and engaged member of the Shenandoah County community, died on November 4, 2025; and
WHEREAS, born in Harrisonburg, Tracey Jenkins graduated from Broadway High School in Rockingham County in 2013 and later from the Virginia Bankers School of Bank Management in 2024; and
WHEREAS, Tracey Jenkins served as the assistant vice president and branch manager at First Bank in Woodstock, where she worked tirelessly to meet the banking needs of her customers; and
WHEREAS, Tracey Jenkins supported her community and made an impact as a member of the Rotary Club of Woodstock and the board of the Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, Tracey Jenkins had a passion for artistic and creative endeavors and for helping others and was happiest of all when spending quality time with family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Tracey Jenkins was guided throughout her life by her faith and enjoyed worship and fellowship with her community at Christ Fellowship Church in Timberville; and
WHEREAS, Tracey Jenkins will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by her sons, Lyle and Luke; her parents, Donald and Barbara; her brother, Derek; and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Delegates hereby note with great sadness the loss of Tracey Lynn Jenkins, a cherished member of the Shenandoah County community whose kindness, generosity, and compassion touched countless lives and will never be forgotten; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Tracey Lynn Jenkins as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for her memory.