Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR443: Commending Dennis L. Dunlap.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 24, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 443 Commending Dennis L. Dunlap. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 13, 2026 WHEREAS, Dennis L. Dunlap, born on March 24, 1921, in northwest Missouri, has exemplified the values of courage, dedication, and service throughout a life spanning more than a century; and WHEREAS, answering the call of duty during World War II, Dennis Dunlap was drafted into the United States Army Air Corps in March 1943 and served as a corporal and skilled airplane mechanic with the 12th Air Force in the European Theater, repairing P-47 Thunderbolts and ensuring the readiness of aircraft supporting critical combat missions in Italy and Corsica; and WHEREAS, Dennis Dunlap's service occurred prior to the formal establishment of the United States Air Force as a separate branch, placing him among the pioneering members of American military aviation maintenance whose work safeguarded freedom and contributed to the Allied victory; and WHEREAS, following his distinguished military service, Dennis Dunlap applied his expertise as a master mechanic and engineer, building automobiles for General Motors, including Pontiacs, Buicks, and Oldsmobiles, and later served as chief engineer at the Darby Corporation, where he designed and built trains and haul cars, leaving a lasting mark on American industry; and WHEREAS, beyond his professional achievements, Dennis Dunlap's character, faith, and dedication to community have …
Sponsors
- Joshua Thomas (D, 21) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR443ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109603D
Common questions
- What is HR443?
- HR443 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Commending Dennis L. Dunlap.
- What is the status of HR443?
- Passed both chambers as of April 24, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR443ER) (April 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR443?
- Joshua Thomas (D, 21).
- Where is the official record for HR443?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR443
Source: official Virginia record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.