Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR398: Commending Justin Simmons.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 24, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 398 Commending Justin Simmons. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 12, 2026 WHEREAS, Justin Simmons, the principal of South County Middle School, received the 2025 Outstanding New Principal Award from Fairfax County Public Schools in recognition of his leadership and dedication to creating the best possible learning environment for his students, faculty, and staff; and WHEREAS, the Outstanding New Principal Award honors innovative and exceptional school administrators who have made an extraordinary impact on a school community in their first three years as a principal; and WHEREAS, Justin Simmons joined South County Middle School as principal in July 2023 and quickly demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting and enriching the well-being of every South County Middle School student, staff member, and family member, as well as enhancing school culture and deepening community involvement; and WHEREAS, Justin Simmons exemplifies effective management by combining strategic oversight with empathetic leadership to ensure that day-to-day operations at the school align with the needs of students and staff, as well as the long-term goals of Fairfax County Public Schools; and WHEREAS, with a clear vision for teaching and learning, Justin Simmons prioritizes open communication based on trust and genuine care for the school community; he drives school-wide success by listening to concerns, reflecting on challenges, encouraging staff to …
Sponsors
- Kathy Tran (D, 18) · primary sponsor
- Marcus Simon (D, 13)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR398ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108589D
Common questions
- What is HR398?
- HR398 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending Justin Simmons.
- What is the status of HR398?
- Passed both chambers as of April 24, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR398ER) (April 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR398?
- Kathy Tran (D, 18), with 1 co-sponsor.
- Where is the official record for HR398?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR398
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