Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR204: Celebrating the life of William Shepard Harris, Sr.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 20, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 20, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 204 Celebrating the life of William Shepard Harris, Sr. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026 WHEREAS, William Shepard Harris, Sr., an honorable veteran, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, accomplished electrician, and beloved member of the Winchester community, died on February 3, 2026; and WHEREAS, William Shepard "Shep" Harris, Sr., was a lifelong member of the Winchester community and attended Douglas School from kindergarten through 12th grade, graduating with the Class of 1958; and WHEREAS, after his early years in Winchester, Shep Harris pursued higher education at what is now Bluefield State University, and later answered the call to serve his country with honor in the United States Navy, where he served as an electrician for four years and four months; and WHEREAS, in his professional career, Shep Harris dedicated himself to the General Electric Company, retiring in 2002 after 30 years of service as a skilled electrician; and WHEREAS, Shep Harris' greatest joy in life was spending quality time with his family and loved ones, and his unwavering commitment to family, his strong work ethic, his service to community and country, and his generous spirit will long be cherished by family, friends, and neighbors; and WHEREAS, Shep Harris will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife, Theresa; …
Sponsors
- Wiley, Bill (R, 32) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR204ER)
- : Agreed to by House
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108301D
Common questions
- What is HR204?
- HR204 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Celebrating the life of William Shepard Harris, Sr.
- What is the status of HR204?
- Passed both chambers as of April 20, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR204ER) (April 20, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR204?
- Wiley, Bill (R, 32).
- Where is the official record for HR204?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR204
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