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HR86 • 2026

Commending Emily Barrows, M.D.

Commending Emily Barrows, M.D.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material provides detailed commendation but does not specify any limitations or unknowns beyond the scope of the bill's content.

Praise for Dr. Emily Barrows

This bill commends Dr. Emily Barrows for her work and dedication as an obstetrician and gynecologist at VCU Health.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Dr. Emily Barrows, M.D., for her service with VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia.
  • Expresses admiration for Dr. Barrows' contributions to women's health in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Dr. Emily Barrows.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Dr. Emily Barrows, M.D., who works at VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia.

Terms To Know

Clerk
The person responsible for keeping records and documents of the House of Delegates.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not change any laws or provide financial support.
  • It only expresses commendation from the House of Delegates to Dr. Barrows.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-16 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR86ER)

  2. 2026-02-16 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-02-16 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-02-09 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26104714D

Official Summary Text

Commending Emily Barrows, M.D.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Emily Barrows, M.D.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 16, 2026
WHEREAS, Emily Barrows, M.D., a distinguished obstetrician and gynecologist with VCU Health in Richmond, has greatly served patients in the Greater Richmond area for several years; and
WHEREAS, Emily Barrows earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine before joining VCU Health as an attending obstetrician and gynecologist; and
WHEREAS, from routine to complex cases, Emily Barrows works tirelessly to understand her patients' concerns and priorities as she determines the best options for their care; and
WHEREAS, as an obstetrician and gynecologist, Emily Barrows has walked numerous families through some of the most important moments of their lives, building many lasting and meaningful relationships with her patients; and
WHEREAS, Emily Barrows is specially trained in minimally invasive surgery, enhancing her ability to assist women with a variety of health conditions and needs; and
WHEREAS, in addition to practicing medicine, Emily Barrows serves as an assistant professor in the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine's Division of General Obstetrics and Gynecology, preparing future doctors for success in their careers while conducting research that will enrich the study of women's health; and
WHEREAS, with an unwavering commitment to her patients' well-being, Emily Barrows has embodied the ideals of the medical profession, earning the esteem and admiration of all Virginians; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Emily Barrows, M.D., hereby be commended for her service with VCU Health; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Emily Barrows, M.D., as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her contributions to women's health in the Commonwealth.