Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR31: Commending the Rappahannock Hunt.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 16, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 16, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 31 Commending the Rappahannock Hunt. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 2, 2026 WHEREAS, the Rappahannock Hunt, a hunting club located among the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, has provided opportunities for fox hunts, trail rides, races, social events, and other activities to members of the community throughout the region for 100 years; and WHEREAS, foxhunting has deep roots in the Rappahannock region, and the area has been referred to as the "cradle of the American Foxhound"; George Washington was known as an avid foxhunter, along with many other prominent Virginians who have practiced the sport throughout the years; and WHEREAS, the Rappahannock Hunt was established in 1926 by Hugh Bywaters and Joseph B. Johnson of Sperryville, who served as joint masters of foxhounds for nine years; the pair were supported by Burrell Frank Bywaters of Olive, a respected breeder whose hounds served as foundation stock for generations to come; and WHEREAS, the Rappahannock Hunt was first recognized by the Masters of Foxhounds Association of North America (MFHA) in 1939; the club was inactive during World War II, but ultimately regained its recognized status after the war and continues to be affiliated with the MFHA; and WHEREAS, the Rappahannock Hunt began holding popular point-to-point races at Leon R. Greenaway's Leeway Farm in …
Sponsors
- Webert, Michael (R, 61) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR31ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26101622D
Common questions
- What is HR31?
- HR31 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending the Rappahannock Hunt.
- What is the status of HR31?
- Passed both chambers as of April 16, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR31ER) (April 16, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR31?
- Webert, Michael (R, 61).
- Where is the official record for HR31?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR31
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