Virginia legislation · 2026 Special I
Virginia HR2077: Commending Bishop Michael B. Golden, Jr.
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. 2077 Commending Bishop Michael B. Golden, Jr. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026 WHEREAS, Bishop Michael B. Golden, Jr., has strengthened the Hampton community by providing outstanding spiritual leadership as pastor of Greater Emmanuel Temple Church of God in Christ; and WHEREAS, Bishop Golden grew up in Newport News, where he began to cultivate his deep faith at a young age; he subsequently earned a master's degree in divinity from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology of Virginia Union University and dedicated his life to preaching and teaching; and WHEREAS, Bishop Golden's sermons are characterized by their eloquence and sincerity, and he has captivated audiences nationwide through his profound insights into scripture; and WHEREAS, Bishop Golden guides Greater Emmanuel Temple Church of God in Christ with a vision for community empowerment, spiritual renewal, and social justice advocacy; under his leadership, the church has experienced remarkable growth, both in membership and outreach initiatives, serving as a beacon of hope and transformation within the local community; and WHEREAS, Bishop Golden's dedication to community development is central to his mission philosophy, and he works tirelessly to provide affordable housing and social services through initiatives like the GET Empowered Community Development Corporation; and WHEREAS, beyond his pastoral duties, Bishop Golden is a …
Sponsors
- Virgil Thornton (D, 86) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR2077ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200208D
Common questions
- What is HR2077?
- HR2077 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Special I): Commending Bishop Michael B. Golden, Jr.
- What is the status of HR2077?
- Passed one chamber as of June 30, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR2077ER) (June 30, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2077?
- Virgil Thornton (D, 86).
- Where is the official record for HR2077?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20262/HR2077
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