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SR90 • 2026

Commending Connie Matthews Harshaw.

Commending Connie Matthews Harshaw.

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2026-03-24
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Commending Connie Matthews Harshaw

This bill commends Connie Matthews Harshaw for receiving the Roll of the Drum Award from the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce in recognition of her leadership, service, and contributions to the business community.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Connie Matthews Harshaw for receiving the Roll of the Drum Award from the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce in 2025.
  • Recognizes Connie's work as president of the Let Freedom Ring Foundation, which protects and preserves historical sites like the First Baptist Church in Williamsburg.
  • Acknowledges her service to distinguished organizations such as the Export-Import Bank of the United States, the World Health Organization, and the U.S. Department of State.
  • Expresses admiration for Connie's contributions to local businesses and community partnerships.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Connie Matthews Harshaw
  • The Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce

Terms To Know

Roll of the Drum Award
The highest honor given by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce to individuals who show exceptional dedication and commitment.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not provide any financial support or legal benefits.
  • It is a symbolic gesture expressing appreciation for Connie Matthews Harshaw's work.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-24 Senate

    Bill text as passed Senate (SR90ER)

  2. 2026-03-05 Senate

    Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

  3. 2026-03-04 Senate

    Presented 26107078D

  4. 2026-03-04 Senate

    Laid on Clerk's Desk

Official Summary Text

Commending Connie Matthews Harshaw.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Connie Matthews Harshaw.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 5, 2026
WHEREAS, Connie Matthews Harshaw, president of the Let Freedom Ring Foundation, has been honored by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce with the Roll of the Drum Award in 2025 in recognition of her outstanding leadership, service, and contributions to the business community; and
WHEREAS, the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce's Roll of the Drum Award is the organization's highest honor and is presented to individuals like Connie Harshaw, who demonstrate exceptional dedication, professionalism, and commitment to advancing the mission and vitality of the Greater Williamsburg business community; and
WHEREAS, Connie Harshaw has served as a consultant and advisor to distinguished entities such as the Export-Import Bank of the United States, the World Health Organization, and the United States Department of State; and
WHEREAS, in her role as president of the Let Freedom Ring Foundation, an organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the historical prominence of the First Baptist Church in Williamsburg, Connie Harshaw has encouraged cultural tourism, spurred economic growth, and fostered greater community awareness; and
WHEREAS, through her leadership and service, Connie Harshaw has made a meaningful and lasting impact on local businesses and community partnerships; and
WHEREAS, Connie Harshaw's accomplishments reflect the values of service, integrity, and civic engagement celebrated by the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That Connie Matthews Harshaw hereby be commended for receiving the Greater Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Roll of the Drum Award; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Connie Matthews Harshaw as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for her contributions to the Greater Williamsburg region and the Commonwealth.