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SJ68 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Paul Douglas Jackson.

Celebrating the life of Paul Douglas Jackson.

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

Sponsor
Mulchi
Last action
2026-02-10
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

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Celebrating the Life of Paul Douglas Jackson

This legislation celebrates and honors Paul Douglas Jackson, a respected member of the Victoria community known for his work as a helicopter pilot and entrepreneur.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes Paul Douglas Jackson's contributions to the Victoria community.
  • Praises him for being an accomplished helicopter pilot and leader in the Virginia Helicopter Association.
  • Highlights how he used his helicopter to help people, such as giving rides to those with illnesses and delivering supplies after a hurricane.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Paul Douglas Jackson's family
  • The Victoria community

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A phrase used in legal documents to introduce facts or statements that are being acknowledged.
RESOLVED
A statement expressing a decision or opinion made by the General Assembly.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The legislation does not provide specific actions beyond recognizing Paul Douglas Jackson's contributions.
  • It is unclear what additional support, if any, will be provided to his family and community.

Bill History

  1. 2026-02-10 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ68ER)

  2. 2026-02-09 House

    Agreed to by House

  3. 2026-02-06 House

    Received

  4. 2026-02-06 House

    Laid on Speaker's table

  5. 2026-02-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote

  6. 2026-01-30 Senate

    Presented 26102603D

  7. 2026-01-30 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Paul Douglas Jackson.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of Paul Douglas Jackson.
Agreed to by the Senate, February 5, 2026
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026
WHEREAS, Paul Douglas Jackson, an accomplished entrepreneur, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, and treasured member of the Victoria community, died on March 15, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Paul Jackson was an avid helicopter pilot who served as a leader of the helicopter pilot community in the Commonwealth as the president of the Virginia Helicopter Association; and
WHEREAS, Paul Jackson loved to give rides in his helicopter to family, friends, and individuals suffering from illnesses to offer them the thrill of flight and an unforgettable adventure; and
WHEREAS, Paul Jackson often used his helicopter to be of assistance to others, including when he flew supplies to people in North Carolina who had been impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Helene; and
WHEREAS, when he was not flying, Paul Jackson worked hard as an entrepreneur, kept busy with various projects, and was always ready to help others in need; and
WHEREAS, preceded in death by his son, Jesse, Paul Jackson will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife, Christy; his children, Christopher and Raven, and their families; and numerous other family members and friends; 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 Paul Douglas Jackson, a revered member of the Victoria community whose light brightened 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 Paul Douglas Jackson as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.