Virginia legislation · 2026 Special I
Virginia HR2208: Celebrating the life of Rogers Brown.
Status: Introduced, June 30, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, June 30, 2026:
2026 SPECIAL SESSION I INTRODUCED 26200344D HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2208 Offered June 30, 2026 Celebrating the life of Rogers Brown. ---------- Patron--Hayes ---------- WHEREAS, Rogers Brown, a professor of music and former band leader who mentored and uplifted generations of young musicians at Norfolk State University, died in June 2026; and WHEREAS, Rogers Brown served as associate director of bands and chief arranger of the Norfolk State University Spartan Legion marching band from 1980 to 1991, then continued to serve as a professor in the music department until his retirement in the early 2000s; and WHEREAS, working with several talented band directors over the years, Rogers Brown was instrumental in arranging powerful music that blended traditional marching style with contemporary rhythm and blues and new jack swing hits of the era; and WHEREAS, Rogers Brown was also the creator and founder of RaJazz, a popular rhythm and blues and smooth jazz cover band that performed throughout the Commonwealth, the United States, and the world at jazz festivals and various events; and WHEREAS, Rogers Brown inspired others through his artistry, dedicated leadership, contributions to musicianship, and commitment to overall excellence; and WHEREAS, Rogers Brown will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by numerous family members, friends, and the entire Norfolk State University community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House …
Sponsors
- C.E. Hayes (D, 91) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200344D
Common questions
- What is HR2208?
- HR2208 is a bill in the Virginia Legislature (2026 Special I): Celebrating the life of Rogers Brown.
- What is the status of HR2208?
- Introduced as of June 30, 2026. Latest action: Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26200344D (June 30, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2208?
- C.E. Hayes (D, 91).
- Where is the official record for HR2208?
- On the Virginia Legislature website: https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20262/HR2208
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