KLS Keeping Law Simple Legislation in plain English

Straight-ahead summaries built from the official bill text. We keep the source links front and center and leave the decision up to you.

Back to Virginia

SR143 • 2026

Celebrating the life of Mildred Harlow Scott.

Celebrating the life of Mildred Harlow Scott.

Enacted

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

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

Plain English Breakdown

Checked against official source text during the last sync.

Celebrating the life of Mildred Harlow Scott

This legislation celebrates and honors the life of Mildred Harlow Scott, who was known for her civic engagement and volunteer work.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes the death of Mildred Harlow Scott on March 6, 2026.
  • Praises her contributions as a baker and community leader.
  • Acknowledges her role in local government and Republican organizations.
  • Expresses sadness at her passing and respect for her memory.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The family of Mildred Harlow Scott
  • Residents of the Roanoke Valley who knew or were touched by Mildred Harlow Scott

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A section in a resolution that explains reasons for the action.
RESOLVED
A statement in a resolution expressing an opinion or decision.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The legislation does not provide financial support or benefits.
  • It is unclear what specific actions will be taken beyond the resolution.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-25 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR143ER)

  2. 2026-03-13 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  3. 2026-03-12 Senate

    Presented 26109412D

  4. 2026-03-12 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Mildred Harlow Scott.

Current Bill Text

Read the full stored bill text 
Celebrating the life of Mildred Harlow Scott.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 13, 2026
WHEREAS, Mildred Harlow Scott, who touched countless lives through her passion for civic engagement and volunteer service, died on March 6, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Mildred Scott was best known for her skill as a baker and brought joy to many through her craft; over the course of her life, she auctioned 88 cakes, several of which sold for hundreds of dollars; and
WHEREAS, Mildred Scott was an exemplar of community leadership who worked diligently to uphold the democratic process as an election official and served as assistant treasurer for the Town of Vinton; and
WHEREAS, Mildred Scott was an active member of the Roanoke County Republican Committee, Central Republican Women, and Roanoke Valley Republican Women, and she catered several fundraising events for Republican candidates for office at the state and federal levels; and
WHEREAS, predeceased by her son, James, and her daughter, Catherine, Mildred Scott will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by her daughter, Cherie, and her family; and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of Virginia hereby note with great sadness the loss of Mildred Harlow Scott, a highly admired servant leader in the Roanoke Valley; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Mildred Harlow Scott as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's respect for her memory.