Virginia legislation · 2026 Special I
Virginia HR2178: Celebrating the life of James Bryan Carlson.
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. 2178 Celebrating the life of James Bryan Carlson. Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026 WHEREAS, James Bryan Carlson, a beloved member of the Westover Hills neighborhood in Richmond, died on November 15, 2025; and WHEREAS, an active leader in his community, Bryan Carlson served as a former president and current vice president of the Westover Hills Neighborhood Association; he and his husband, Mark, were well known as impeccable hosts whose home resonated with music, laughter, good food, and warmth; and WHEREAS, Bryan Carlson supported others through his ability to provide a sympathetic ear and provide wise counsel that was always free of judgment, becoming an unofficial therapist to many friends and loved ones; and WHEREAS, Bryan Carlson never ceased to find beauty in everyday life and brought further joy to others through his passion for music, art, and gardening; and WHEREAS, Bryan Carlson was also an accomplished world traveler who had visited multiple countries in Europe, Asia, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean and relished every opportunity to explore new cultures; and WHEREAS, Bryan Carlson will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his husband, Mark, and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Delegates hereby note with great sadness …
Sponsors
- Betsy Carr (D, 78) · primary sponsor
- Rae Cousins (D, 79)
- Charlie Schmidt (D, 77)
- Rodney Willett (D, 58)
Latest actions
- : Bill text as passed House (HR2178ER)
- : Agreed to by House
- : Engrossed by House
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200153D
Common questions
- What is HR2178?
- HR2178 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Special I): Celebrating the life of James Bryan Carlson.
- What is the status of HR2178?
- Passed one chamber as of June 30, 2026. Latest action: Bill text as passed House (HR2178ER) (June 30, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2178?
- Betsy Carr (D, 78), with 3 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR2178?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20262/HR2178
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