SJ189 • 2026

Commending the Families of the Wounded Fund.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not specify any limitations on the resolution's impact beyond noting it is a commendation and does not provide financial support.

Commending the Families of the Wounded Fund

This resolution commends a nonprofit that supports wounded soldiers and their family caregivers.

What This Bill Does

Says nice things about the Families of the Wounded Fund, a charity that helps injured service members and their family caregivers.
Notes that the organization has given over $5.5 million in financial help to more than 800 families since it started in 2005.
Tells the Senate Clerk to give a copy of this praise to the board of directors of the Families of the Wounded Fund.

Who It Names or Affects

The Families of the Wounded Fund, a nonprofit organization that supports wounded soldiers and their families.
Military families who have members injured in combat operations.

Terms To Know

nonprofit: An organization that does not make money for its leaders or owners but uses all income to support its cause.
resolution: A formal statement by a legislative body expressing approval, disapproval, or making recommendations.

Limits and Unknowns

This resolution does not give any money or resources to the Families of the Wounded Fund.
The impact on military families is noted but not directly addressed in terms of future support or changes.

Bill History

2026-03-14 Senate
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ189ER)
2026-03-12 House
Agreed to by House by voice vote
2026-03-11 House
Received
2026-03-11 House
Laid on Speaker's table
2026-03-10 Senate
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
2026-03-05 Senate
Presented 26109095D
2026-03-05 Senate
Laid on Clerk's Desk
2026-03-05 Senate
Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending the Families of the Wounded Fund.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the Families of the Wounded Fund.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 10, 2026
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 12, 2026
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund is a nonprofit organization that honors the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have selflessly answered the call to defend the freedoms and security of the nation; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund supports those who have sustained life-altering injuries while serving in combat operations, requiring long-term medical treatment, rehabilitation, and daily care; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund assists the family caregivers who are essential to the recovery and well-being of these wounded warriors, as they provide around-the-clock care, emotional support, and the continuity necessary for healing; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund addresses the profound financial burden that is often placed on these caregivers, as many leave employment, relocate, or otherwise sacrifice personal and professional stability to fulfill their mission of care; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund has demonstrated unwavering commitment to supporting these families by providing over $5,500,000 in direct financial grants to caregivers of severely wounded service members; and
WHEREAS, since its founding in 2005, the Families of the Wounded Fund has enabled 823 families to overcome critical financial hurdles during long-term hospitalization and treatment periods, ensuring that no caregiver has to choose between being by their loved one's side and meeting basic needs; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund operates with integrity, compassion, and patriotism, embodying the very values that strengthen our communities and reflect the best of the American spirit; and
WHEREAS, the Families of the Wounded Fund has made an invaluable contribution in supporting those who have borne the battle and the loved ones who stand beside them; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend the Families of the Wounded Fund on the occasion of its 20th anniversary; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the board of directors of the Families of the Wounded Fund as an expression of the General Assembly's sincere respect, admiration, and gratitude for the organization's advocacy and meaningful impact on the lives of military families in need.