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SJ137 • 2026

Celebrating the life of James L. Johnson.

Celebrating the life of James L. Johnson.

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

Sponsor
Stuart
Last action
2026-03-14
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The bill summary and digest do not provide additional details beyond celebrating James L. Johnson's life.

Celebrating the Life of James L. Johnson

This bill celebrates the life and contributions of James L. Johnson, a respected faith leader in the Northern Neck community.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes James L. Johnson's death with sadness.
  • Praises his work as pastor emeritus at Lyells Chapel Baptist Church.
  • Highlights his contributions to the growth and development of Lyells Chapel Baptist Church and the Northern Neck community.
  • Requests that a copy of this resolution be given to his family.

Who It Names or Affects

  • James L. Johnson's family
  • The congregation of Lyells Chapel Baptist Church

Terms To Know

Clerk of the Senate
An official who manages records for the Senate.

Limits and Unknowns

  • Does not provide financial support or benefits.
  • The exact actions to honor James L. Johnson are limited to presenting a copy of this resolution to his family.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-14 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ137ER)

  2. 2026-03-09 House

    Agreed to by House

  3. 2026-03-06 House

    Received

  4. 2026-03-06 House

    Laid on Speaker's table

  5. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  6. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  7. 2026-02-26 Senate

    Presented 26107167D

  8. 2026-02-26 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of James L. Johnson.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of James L. Johnson.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 5, 2026
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
WHEREAS, James L. Johnson, an esteemed faith leader, the pastor emeritus of Lyells Chapel Baptist Church in Warsaw, and a beloved member of the Northern Neck community, died on May 14, 2025; and
WHEREAS, James Johnson served for many years as the pastor at Lyells Chapel Baptist Church, where he devoted himself to providing his congregation with uplifting spiritual guidance, joyful occasions for worship and fellowship, and meaningful opportunities for ministry and outreach; and
WHEREAS, James Johnson dedicated himself to the growth, development, and longevity of Lyells Chapel Baptist Church while helping the congregation make positive and lasting contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, James Johnson will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by numerous family members, friends, and parishioners at Lyells Chapel Baptist Church; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of James L. Johnson, a cherished member of the Northern Neck community whose love, compassion, and leadership made a profound impact on countless lives; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of James L. Johnson as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.