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SR72 • 2026

Celebrating the life of John P. McSweeney, Jr.

Celebrating the life of John P. McSweeney, Jr.

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

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

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Celebrating the life of John P. McSweeney, Jr.

This legislation honors the life and achievements of John P. McSweeney, Jr., a respected high school basketball coach in Virginia who passed away on January 29, 2026.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes the death of John P. McSweeney, Jr., who was a well-respected head coach at Liberty High School.
  • Highlights his educational background and coaching career before coming to Liberty High School.
  • Acknowledges his success in turning around the boys' basketball program at Liberty High School.
  • Praises his positive influence on players and colleagues through his energy, dedication, and leadership.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The family of John P. McSweeney, Jr., including his children Alyssa and Brian, parents John and Anne, and other relatives and friends.

Terms To Know

WHEREAS
A phrase used in legal documents to introduce a series of facts or reasons that support the main statement.
RESOLVED
A formal expression of opinion by a legislative body, often followed by actions or statements expressing respect or recognition.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide specific details on how the resolution will be presented to the family.
  • It does not include any financial support or benefits for the family.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-14 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR72ER)

  2. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  3. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate

  4. 2026-02-26 Senate

    Presented 26108052D

  5. 2026-02-26 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of John P. McSweeney, Jr.

Current Bill Text

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Celebrating the life of John P. McSweeney, Jr.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 5, 2026
WHEREAS, John P. McSweeney, Jr., of Lynchburg, the highly admired head coach of the Liberty High School boys' basketball team, died on January 29, 2026; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney grew up in New York and graduated from Saint Mary's High School in Manhasset, then continued his education at Columbia University; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney worked as a high school athletics coach for two schools in Tulsa, Oklahoma, before he was hired to reinvigorate the boys' basketball program at Liberty High School in Bedford beginning with the 2023–2024 season; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney presided over an incredible turnaround for the team, and in his third season as head coach, he led the Liberty High School Minutemen to a 10–2 record and the top spot in the Virginia High School League Region 2C power rankings prior to his passing; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney inspired his players with his energy and dedication, challenging them to achieve their fullest potential on and off the basketball court; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney was highly admired by his colleagues at Liberty High School for his kindness, work ethic, and dedication to youth leadership; and
WHEREAS, John McSweeney will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his children, Alyssa and Brian, and their families; his parents, John and Anne; 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 John P. McSweeney, Jr.; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of John P. McSweeney, Jr., as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's respect for his memory.