Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HJ 22: Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HJ 22 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter. Primary sponsor: Anne Ferrell Tata (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 6, 2026): Continued to next session in Rules (Voice Vote).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Birthplace of American Cuisine Day. Designates April 27, in 2026 and in each succeeding year, as Birthplace of American Cuisine Day in Virginia.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Ferrell Tata | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 99 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Continued to next session in Rules (Voice Vote)
- Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)
- Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee
- Referred to Committee on Rules
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102994D