Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HJR286: Celebrating the life of Robert Dean Clary.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 13, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 13, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 286 Celebrating the life of Robert Dean Clary. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 10, 2026 Agreed to by the Senate, March 12, 2026 WHEREAS, Robert Dean Clary, a deeply dedicated firefighter and a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died on March 2, 2026; and WHEREAS, Dean Clary was born in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, to Marvin and Louise Clary; and WHEREAS, after attending college for a few years, Dean Clary ultimately decided to pursue a career in public safety, working for various departments as a firefighter and paramedic; and WHEREAS, in 1984, Dean Clary joined the Gasburg Volunteer Fire Department, and in 1985, he joined the Central Rescue Squad, then subsequently served as president of the squad; and WHEREAS, over the course of his career, Dean Clary answered countless calls for service in a variety of emergency situations and was a trusted mentor to other firefighters; he served for 20 years as an adjunct fire instructor and earned many awards and accolades for his commitment to safeguarding members of the public and excellence in fire safety education; and WHEREAS, Dean Clary retired from Chesterfield County Fire and Emergency Medical Services as a lieutenant in 2024, concluding more than 28 years of distinguished service; and WHEREAS, outside of his career, …
Sponsors
- H. Wachsmann (R, 83) · primary sponsor
- Jordan, Emily (R, 17)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ286ER)
- : Agreed to by Senate
- : 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 26109277D
Common questions
- What is HJR286?
- HJR286 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Celebrating the life of Robert Dean Clary.
- What is the status of HJR286?
- Passed both chambers as of April 13, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ286ER) (April 13, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR286?
- H. Wachsmann (R, 83), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HJR286?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJR286
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