Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HJR96: Celebrating the life of Robert Bernard Keyser, Jr.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 9, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 9, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 96 Celebrating the life of Robert Bernard Keyser, Jr. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 2, 2026 Agreed to by the Senate, February 5, 2026 WHEREAS, Robert Bernard Keyser, Jr., a respected computer analyst and programmer, dedicated firefighter, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and cherished member of the Kilmarnock community, died on October 7, 2025; and WHEREAS, Robert "Buddy" Bernard Keyser, Jr., was a member of the Class of 1969 at Lancaster High School, where he excelled in baseball, track, and football, and he later graduated from the Lear Siegler Institute; and WHEREAS, Buddy Keyser devoted 38 years to the former West Point Paper Mill and Chesapeake Corporation as a computer analyst and programmer, demonstrating exceptional professionalism and a commitment to excellence in all of his endeavors; and WHEREAS, for more than a half-century, Buddy Keyser was an active member of the Kilmarnock Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD), which he supported in various capacities over the years, including as an engineer, training officer, lieutenant, captain, assistant treasurer, treasurer, vice president, and president; and WHEREAS, Buddy Keyser's passion for service led him to give generously of his time to the KVFD's annual carnival fundraiser for more than 60 years, supporting a time-honored local tradition that is integral to the fire department's success; and …
Sponsors
- Kent, Hillary (R, 67) · primary sponsor
- Austin, Terry (R, 37)
- Ballard, Jason (R, 42)
- Robert Bloxom (R, 100)
- Cherry, Mike (R, 74)
- Mitchell Cornett (R, 46)
- Davis, Will (R, 39)
- Hyland Fowler (R, 59)
- Thomas Garrett (R, 56)
- Tim Griffin (R, 53)
- Karen Hamilton (R, 62)
- Hodges, M. (R, 68)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ96ER)
- : Agreed to by Senate by voice vote
- : Laid on Clerk's Desk
- : Received
- : Agreed to by House
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26102820D
Common questions
- What is HJR96?
- HJR96 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Celebrating the life of Robert Bernard Keyser, Jr.
- What is the status of HJR96?
- Passed both chambers as of April 9, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ96ER) (April 9, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR96?
- Kent, Hillary (R, 67), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HJR96?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJR96
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