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SR142 • 2026

Commending Barbara Entzminger Williams.

Commending Barbara Entzminger Williams.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Jones
Last action
2026-03-25
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material does not provide specific details on the exact nature of her educational background or professional accomplishments beyond mentioning degrees and roles. The summary focuses on her recognized achievements in music, spiritual leadership, and community service.

Honoring Barbara Entzminger Williams

This legislation commends Barbara Entzminger Williams for her work as a faith leader, musician, and community servant.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Barbara Entzminger Williams for her contributions to the Richmond community.
  • Recognizes her achievements in music and spiritual leadership.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Barbara Entzminger Williams

Terms To Know

Commendation
An official statement that praises someone for their good work.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or legal changes.
  • It only expresses the Senate's appreciation for Barbara Entzminger Williams.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-25 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR142ER)

  2. 2026-03-13 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-12 Senate

    Presented 26109649D

  4. 2026-03-12 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Barbara Entzminger Williams.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Barbara Entzminger Williams.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 13, 2026
WHEREAS, Barbara Entzminger Williams, an esteemed faith leader and musician, has touched countless lives in the Richmond community through her work as president and pastor of the Spirit of Truth Ministries; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Williams graduated from Armstrong High School in Richmond and Smith-Madden Business College and more recently earned her doctor of divinity degree from the H.E. Wood Bible Institute and Theological Seminary in 2018; and
WHEREAS, for more than 30 years, Barbara Williams has provided uplifting spiritual leadership and compassionate service to the Richmond community as the president and pastor of the Spirit of Truth Ministries; and
WHEREAS, an acclaimed musician and gospel singer, Barbara Williams was a member of the Reverend James Cleveland's Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA) and was a featured singer for its 50th Anniversary in Atlanta, Georgia; in 2012, she was presented the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Award; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Williams has served with the Evangelistic Board of the GMWA, the Richmond chapter of the GMWA, and the Fellowship of Female Clergy, and she has also made an impact as the Richmond section chaplain for the National Council of Negro Women and as a member of the Baptist Ministers Conference of Richmond and Vicinity and the National Association of Professional Women; and
WHEREAS, in 2015, Barbara Williams published her book,
So I Sing
, recounting her experiences as a young Black woman growing up during the period of segregation; and
WHEREAS, through her steadfast leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to service, Barbara Williams has made a profound and lasting impact on countless lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Barbara Entzminger Williams hereby be commended for her legacy of achievements in service to others; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Barbara Entzminger Williams as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for her contributions to the Richmond community and best wishes in her future endeavors.