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SJ225 • 2026

Commending Tyleik Williams.

Commending Tyleik Williams.

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Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

The bill does not provide any financial or tangible benefits to Tyleik Williams, only a commendation from the General Assembly.

Praise for Tyleik Williams

This bill commends Tyleik Williams, who was the first athlete from Prince William County Public Schools to be drafted in the NFL.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors Tyleik Williams as the first athlete from Prince William County Public Schools to be selected in the first round of the National Football League Draft.
  • Recognizes his achievements at Unity Reed High School and The Ohio State University, including leading his team to a national championship.
  • Expresses admiration for his athletic skills and accomplishments.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Tyleik Williams
  • Prince William County Public Schools

Terms To Know

National Football League (NFL) Draft
An annual event where NFL teams select new players.
General Assembly
The state legislature that makes laws for Virginia.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not give Tyleik Williams any money or benefits.
  • It only expresses the General Assembly's appreciation and admiration for his achievements.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-14 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ225ER)

  2. 2026-03-12 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  3. 2026-03-11 House

    Received

  4. 2026-03-11 House

    Laid on Speaker's table

  5. 2026-03-10 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  6. 2026-03-09 Senate

    Presented 26109335D

  7. 2026-03-09 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Tyleik Williams.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Tyleik Williams.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 10, 2026
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Tyleik Williams, a graduate of Unity Reed High School, became the first athlete from Prince William County Public Schools to be selected in the first round of the National Football League Draft in 2025; and
WHEREAS, born in Manassas, Tyleik Williams was a three-year starter for the Unity Reed Lions before matriculating at The Ohio State University, where he started as a defensive lineman as a true freshman; and
WHEREAS, during his college career, Tyleik Williams recorded 137 tackles, 27 tackles for a loss, and 11.5 sacks in 51 games; in his final game, he helped lead the Ohio State Buckeyes to a national championship title with a 34–23 victory over the University of Notre Dame; and
WHEREAS, Tyleik Williams earned a reputation as an elite athlete for his speed, instincts, and versatility and was a top prospect in the 2025 National Football League (NFL) Draft; and
WHEREAS, Tyleik Williams was drafted 28th overall in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions; in addition to being the highest-ever draftee from Prince William County Public Schools, he became the fifth player in Unity Reed High School history drafted by an NFL team; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Tyleik Williams, the first football player from Prince William County Public Schools to be selected in the first round of the National Football League Draft; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Tyleik Williams as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for his athletic achievements.