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HR79 • 2026

Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.

Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Wiley
Last action
2026-04-16
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The candidate explanation included details about Steve Rebert's leadership style and specific achievements that were not explicitly stated in the official summary or text.

Commending Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.

This bill commends Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., for his 40 years of service at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Winchester.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., for his 40 years of faithful service to Emmanuel Baptist Church.
  • Recognizes the Reverend's leadership and contributions to the spiritual growth of the church and community.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of this commendation for presentation to Reverend Rebert.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., who is being commended.
  • The Clerk of the House of Delegates responsible for preparing and presenting the commendation document.

Terms To Know

Clerk
A person in charge of official documents and records for an organization like the House of Delegates.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial benefits or change laws, it is a statement of commendation.
  • It only affects Reverend Rebert and those who are aware of his work at Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-16 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR79ER)

  2. 2026-02-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-02-09 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-02-05 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26105736D

Official Summary Text

Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026
WHEREAS, for 40 years, the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., has faithfully preached the Gospel, provided pastoral care, and nurtured the spiritual growth of generations of church members and their families at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Winchester; and
WHEREAS, Steve Rebert began serving as senior pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church after graduating from Bob Jones University in South Carolina and has been a transformational leader in the Winchester community over the course of his pastoral career; and
WHEREAS, under Steve Rebert's steadfast leadership, Emmanuel Baptist Church has provided a strong foundation of worship, discipleship, community outreach, and ministerial service in Winchester and the surrounding region; and
WHEREAS, Steve Rebert has exemplified servant leadership, humility, perseverance, and Christian compassion, and his long tenure as pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church stands as a testament to his love for his calling, his commitment to the congregation, and his devotion to the broader community; and
WHEREAS, Steve Rebert's milestone of 40 years of ministry at a single congregation is a rare and distinguished achievement that speaks volumes about his dedication, adaptability, and the trust placed in him by the church membership; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., hereby be commended on the occasion of his 40th anniversary of faithful service to Emmanuel Baptist Church; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his spiritual leadership and lasting impact on the Winchester community.