Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HR481: Celebrating the life of August Bryant Bullock.
Status: Passed both chambers, April 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, April 24, 2026:
2026 SESSION HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 481 Celebrating the life of August Bryant Bullock. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 13, 2026 WHEREAS, August Bryant Bullock, an esteemed educator and education administrator, distinguished supporter of the theater and the arts, and an active and beloved member of the Newport News community, died on October 6, 2025; and WHEREAS, known by many as "Augie," August Bullock graduated from the former George Washington Carver High School in Newport News in 1970 before earning a bachelor's degree in education with cum laude honors from Virginia Union University in 1974 and a master's degree in elementary administration and supervision from Hampton University in 1977; he also held a certificate of advanced graduate studies from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; and WHEREAS, August Bullock devoted more than 40 years to school divisions in the Commonwealth, contributing to the success of young people both in and out of the classroom as a teacher for 11 years and by leading schools in his capacity as a principal, assistant principal, curriculum supervisor, and associate superintendent; and WHEREAS, inspired by his experiences in his high school drama club, August Bullock became a lifelong thespian who would go on to make meaningful contributions to the American regional theater movement, including by serving as director of new works …
Sponsors
- Marcia Price (D, 85) · primary sponsor
- Mark Downey (D, 69)
- Shelly Simonds (D, 70)
- Virgil Thornton (D, 86)
- Jeion Ward (D, 87)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR481ER)
- : Agreed to by House
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109453D
Common questions
- What is HR481?
- HR481 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Celebrating the life of August Bryant Bullock.
- What is the status of HR481?
- Passed both chambers as of April 24, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR481ER) (April 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR481?
- Marcia Price (D, 85), with 4 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR481?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HR481
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