Virginia legislation · 2026 Special I
Virginia HR2071: Commending Stephen J. Farnsworth.
Status: Passed one chamber, June 30, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, June 30, 2026:
2026 SPECIAL SESSION I HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2071 Commending Stephen J. Farnsworth. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026 WHEREAS, Stephen J. Farnsworth has served as a professor of political science and international affairs and as director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington, contributing to the academic and civic life of the Commonwealth; and WHEREAS, Stephen Farnsworth earned a doctorate and master's degree in government from Georgetown University and holds bachelor's degrees from Dartmouth College and the University of Missouri-Kansas City, establishing a strong academic foundation for his career in teaching and research; and WHEREAS, during his tenure at the University of Mary Washington, Stephen Farnsworth has played a key role in advancing public understanding of government, media, and politics through teaching, research, and public engagement; and WHEREAS, Stephen Farnsworth has contributed to the political life of the Fredericksburg region and the Commonwealth by organizing and moderating candidate debates and public forums, helping to promote informed and nonpartisan civic engagement; and WHEREAS, Stephen Farnsworth is the author or coauthor of numerous books and scholarly articles on the presidency, political communication, and public opinion and has provided commentary on political issues in regional, national, and international media outlets; and WHEREAS, Stephen Farnsworth has been recognized for excellence in teaching and …
Sponsors
- Joshua Cole (D, 65) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR2071ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200118D
Common questions
- What is HR2071?
- HR2071 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Special I): Commending Stephen J. Farnsworth.
- What is the status of HR2071?
- Passed one chamber as of June 30, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR2071ER) (June 30, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2071?
- Joshua Cole (D, 65).
- Where is the official record for HR2071?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20262/HR2071
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