Virginia legislation · 2026 Special I
Virginia HR2147: Commending DT Fest.
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. 2147 Commending DT Fest. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026 WHEREAS, DT Fest in Ashburn, one of the largest Nepali cultural festivals in the United States, commemorates its fifth anniversary in 2026; and WHEREAS, DT Fest was established by members of the Nepali diaspora in the United States to bring the community together during Dashain and Tihar, two major Hindu festivals held annually in Nepal; and WHEREAS, DT Fest draws more than 10,000 attendees each year to honor and cherish the traditions, music, art, and heritage of Nepal through concerts and performances, exhibitions and cultural showcases, food and artisan markets, a kite festival, youth competitions, and more; and WHEREAS, DT Fest offers a safe and interactive space with games, workshops, crafts, and more for the benefit of youth attendees and their families, ensuring the event has engaging activities for all ages; and WHEREAS, the success of DT Fest is a testament to the steadfast support of its partner organization, the PKP Tender Hearts Foundation, which plays an invaluable role in coordinating the festival's events, special guest appearances, and performances; and WHEREAS, by providing an opportunity to celebrate Nepali culture and inspiring younger generations of Nepali-Americans to embrace their heritage and traditions, DT Fest has made a positive and lasting …
Sponsors
- Dan Helmer (D, 10) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR2147ER)
- : Agreed to by House by voice vote
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200159D
Common questions
- What is HR2147?
- HR2147 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Special I): Commending DT Fest.
- What is the status of HR2147?
- Passed one chamber as of June 30, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR2147ER) (June 30, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2147?
- Dan Helmer (D, 10).
- Where is the official record for HR2147?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20262/HR2147
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