Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR430: Commending the Historic Masonic Theatre.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 24, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 430 Commending the Historic Masonic Theatre. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 13, 2026 WHEREAS, the Historic Masonic Theatre, the heart of cultural life in Clifton Forge and one of the longest-operating theatres in the Commonwealth, has advanced the performing arts and served the community for more than 120 years; and WHEREAS, built in 1905 and officially opened in 1906, the Historic Masonic Theatre was originally known as the Mason Hall and Opera House and served as a meeting place for a local Masonic organization; in its early years, the theatre hosted speakers, concerts, vaudeville performances, and showings of newsreels, silent films, and classic cinema; and WHEREAS, the Historic Masonic Theatre remains a vibrant center for the arts, offering live performances, film screenings, educational programming, and special events that highlight and celebrate the rich heritage and creative spirit of the Alleghany Highlands; and WHEREAS, well-known as a community gathering place and living link to the region's past, the Historic Masonic Theatre underwent a $6.9 million restoration in 2016, which reestablished the theatre as a source of pride for both local residents and patrons of the arts; and WHEREAS, in January 2025, the Historic Masonic Theatre launched a new three-year capital campaign, Opening Doors, which has since raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to …
Sponsors
- Austin, Terry (R, 37) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR430ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26104423D
Common questions
- What is HR430?
- HR430 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending the Historic Masonic Theatre.
- What is the status of HR430?
- Passed both chambers as of April 24, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR430ER) (April 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR430?
- Austin, Terry (R, 37).
- Where is the official record for HR430?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR430
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