Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR402: Commending the veterans of the United States Armed Forces from Augusta County.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 24, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 402 Commending the veterans of the United States Armed Forces from Augusta County. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 12, 2026 WHEREAS, the veterans of the United States Armed Forces from Augusta County hail from a distinguished military tradition that dates to the formation of Augusta County in the mid-18th century, when colonial militia units were organized to defend early settlers of the Shenandoah Valley; and WHEREAS, since the American Revolution, Augusta County's veterans have served valiantly to secure the nation's freedom and independence and to advance the principles of liberty, democracy, and equality for all; and WHEREAS, during World War I, many veterans from Augusta County served in the 116th Regiment of the 29th Infantry Division of the United States Army or with the United States Marine Corps or the United States Navy, helping to secure the Allied victory in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Pacific; and WHEREAS, veterans of Augusta County are among the many servicemen who either served or made the ultimate sacrifice to secure victory for the Allies in World War II; in particular, on June 6, 1944, the 116th Infantry Regiment landed on Omaha Beach in France during Operation Overlord, enduring staggering losses to achieve an important foothold that would ultimately lead to the liberation of …
Sponsors
- Runion, Chris (R, 35) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR402ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109459D
Common questions
- What is HR402?
- HR402 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending the veterans of the United States Armed Forces from Augusta County.
- What is the status of HR402?
- Passed both chambers as of April 24, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR402ER) (April 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR402?
- Runion, Chris (R, 35).
- Where is the official record for HR402?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR402
Source: official Virginia record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.