Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR243: Commending the Tri-County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 20, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 20, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 243 Commending the Tri-County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026 WHEREAS, the Tri-County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, based in Smithfield, has distinguished itself as one of the premier volunteer conservation organizations in the Commonwealth and the nation through its exceptional leadership, fundraising success, and steadfast commitment to wildlife conservation and community engagement; and WHEREAS, during the 2025 program year, the Tri-County Longbeards achieved extraordinary milestones, including recognition as the top chapter in the Commonwealth at its annual Leadership Weekend and State Awards Banquet in Roanoke; this prestigious honor reflects the chapter's excellence in membership growth, volunteer engagement, conservation impact, and fundraising performance; and WHEREAS, building upon this state-level success, the Tri-County Longbeards were further recognized on the national stage at the National Convention and Sport Show Awards Gala in Nashville, Tennessee, where it received three distinguished honors, the No. 1 Banquet in the Nation for 2025, an Excellence in Fundraising Award, and the L.A. Dixon World Slam Chapter Award for raising more than $100,000 in support of conservation initiatives during the year; these achievements place the chapter among the most accomplished volunteer conservation organizations in the United States; and WHEREAS, through its annual banquet and year-round activities, the Tri-County …
Sponsors
- H. Wachsmann (R, 83) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR243ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108888D
Common questions
- What is HR243?
- HR243 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending the Tri-County Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
- What is the status of HR243?
- Passed both chambers as of April 20, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR243ER) (April 20, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR243?
- H. Wachsmann (R, 83).
- Where is the official record for HR243?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR243
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