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SR10 • 2026

Commending Eddie Thomas.

Commending Eddie Thomas.

Healthcare
Enacted

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

Sponsor
Pillion
Last action
2026-01-22
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The bill summary and digest do not provide detailed information about specific community events or individuals who were directly impacted by Eddie Thomas's mentoring.

Praise for Eddie Thomas

This bill commends Eddie Thomas for his 50 years of service at the Lee County Community Hospital.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Eddie Thomas for his long-term dedication to the Lee County Community Hospital.
  • Notes that Eddie Thomas has worked at the hospital since November 10, 1975.
  • Highlights how Eddie Thomas helped during snow storms and supported community events.
  • Recognizes Eddie Thomas's role in maintaining the hospital when it was closed and reopening it.
  • Thanks Eddie Thomas for being a good mentor to many people.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Eddie Thomas, who works at Lee County Community Hospital.
  • People who work with or know Eddie Thomas.

Terms To Know

Facility Manager
A person in charge of managing a building or facility.
Clerk of the Senate
An official who helps manage and record the work of the Senate.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not give any money or change laws, it only commends Eddie Thomas.
  • It is unclear what specific actions will be taken to present this commendation to Eddie Thomas.

Bill History

  1. 2026-01-22 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by voice vote

  2. 2026-01-22 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by voice vote

  3. 2026-01-22 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by voice vote

  4. 2026-01-22 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate by voice vote Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  5. 2026-01-22 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR10ER)

  6. 2026-01-19 Senate

    Presented 26102107D

  7. 2026-01-19 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Eddie Thomas.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Eddie Thomas.
Agreed to by the Senate, January 22, 2026
WHEREAS, Eddie Thomas, a dedicated and hardworking facility manager at the former Lee Regional Medical Center and what is today the Lee County Community Hospital, has greatly served the Lee County community for 50 years; and
WHEREAS, Eddie Thomas began his career with the Lee County Community Hospital, formerly known as the Lee Regional Medical Center, on November 10, 1975, and has remained with the hospital system through several mergers, including a span of eight years when the hospital was closed; and
WHEREAS, Eddie Thomas regularly went out of his way to help his colleagues and community, giving individuals rides to work during snow storms and lending his truck and trailer to support local parades; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of his leadership and expertise, Eddie Thomas was selected by the Lee County Hospital Authority to maintain and safeguard the hospital during its closure, and he played an invaluable role during the construction phase that led to its reopening as the Lee County Community Hospital on July 1, 2021; and
WHEREAS, Eddie Thomas has been a generous mentor to several generations of team members, and his knowledge, kindness, and steady presence have made a lasting impact on both patients and staff at the Lee County Community Hospital; and
WHEREAS, with great integrity and determination, Eddie Thomas has ensured the success of the Lee County Community Hospital over many chapters in its history, earning the esteem and admiration of all Virginians; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Eddie Thomas hereby be commended for his 50 years of service supporting public health and wellness in Lee County; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Eddie Thomas as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's appreciation for his contributions to Lee County and the Commonwealth.