Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HJR223: Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 9, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 9, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 223 Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026 Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026 WHEREAS, Wayne Cornelius Rapp, a dedicated first responder who served the residents of Hanover County with two local rescue squads and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died on February 19, 2026; and WHEREAS, guided by his sincere desire to serve and support others in their time of greatest need, Wayne Rapp joined the West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad and the Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad; and WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp offered his insightful leadership to local and state rescue squad organizations, serving as a district vice president and former treasurer of the Virginia Association of First Responders; and WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp also pursued a long career with SunTrust Bank, retiring after 45 years of service; and WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp enjoyed fellowship and worship with the community as an active and supportive member of Shiloh United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp inspired others through his integrity, generosity, and humility; he showed an unwavering devotion to his community and his family, guiding his children and grandchildren with steady encouragement and quiet wisdom; and WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his devoted wife of 60 …
Sponsors
- Hyland Fowler (R, 59) · primary sponsor
- Luther Cifers (R, 10)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ223ER)
- : Agreed to by Senate
- : Laid on Clerk's Desk
- : Received
- : Agreed to by House
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108672D
Common questions
- What is HJR223?
- HJR223 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.
- What is the status of HJR223?
- Passed both chambers as of April 9, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ223ER) (April 9, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR223?
- Hyland Fowler (R, 59), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HJR223?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJR223
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