Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR79: Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 16, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 16, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 79 Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 9, 2026 WHEREAS, for 40 years, the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr., has faithfully preached the Gospel, provided pastoral care, and nurtured the spiritual growth of generations of church members and their families at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Winchester; and WHEREAS, Steve Rebert began serving as senior pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church after graduating from Bob Jones University in South Carolina and has been a transformational leader in the Winchester community over the course of his pastoral career; and WHEREAS, under Steve Rebert's steadfast leadership, Emmanuel Baptist Church has provided a strong foundation of worship, discipleship, community outreach, and ministerial service in Winchester and the surrounding region; and WHEREAS, Steve Rebert has exemplified servant leadership, humility, perseverance, and Christian compassion, and his long tenure as pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church stands as a testament to his love for his calling, his commitment to the congregation, and his devotion to the broader community; and WHEREAS, Steve Rebert's milestone of 40 years of ministry at a single congregation is a rare and distinguished achievement that speaks volumes about his dedication, adaptability, and the trust placed in him by the church membership; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the …
Sponsors
- Wiley, Bill (R, 32) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR79ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26105736D
Common questions
- What is HR79?
- HR79 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending the Reverend Steve Rebert, Sr.
- What is the status of HR79?
- Passed both chambers as of April 16, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR79ER) (April 16, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR79?
- Wiley, Bill (R, 32).
- Where is the official record for HR79?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR79
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