Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HJR228: Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 9, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 9, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 228 Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026 Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026 WHEREAS, Angela Hairston, Ed.D., superintendent of Danville City Public Schools, was named the Region VI Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents in 2026; and WHEREAS, Angela Hairston has more than 30 years of experience in education and has been the superintendent of Danville City Public Schools (DCPS) since 2020; and WHEREAS, under Angela Hairston's leadership, DCPS developed and implemented a comprehensive strategic plan to address achievement gaps, encouraging greater student engagement and bolstering the performance of the division's schools; and WHEREAS, Angela Hairston has worked closely with faith-based organizations, nonprofits, and businesses to rally support for DCPS and advance the division's mission, leading to the construction of a new school and renovations at other schools; and WHEREAS, in all of her endeavors, Angela Hairston strives to foster the academic, social, and emotional well-being of her students and to ensure her teachers and staff excel in their professions; and WHEREAS, as a tireless champion of the students, faculty, and families she serves, Angela Hairston has contributed greatly to the success of DCPS and has helped to make Danville a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a …
Sponsors
- Madison Whittle (R, 49) · primary sponsor
- Phillips, Eric (R, 48)
- Mulchi, Tammy (R, 9)
- Alfonso Lopez (D, 3)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ228ER)
- : Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
- : Laid on Clerk's Desk
- : Received
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108215D
Votes
- Agree to V (March 11, 2026): 0 yea, 0 nay, failed
Common questions
- What is HJR228?
- HJR228 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending Angela Hairston, Ed.D.
- What is the status of HJR228?
- Passed both chambers as of April 9, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ228ER) (April 9, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR228?
- Madison Whittle (R, 49), with 3 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HJR228?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJR228
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