Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SJ 178: Commending Ernest Eugene Copenhaver, Jr.
Passed both chambers Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SJ 178 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Commending Ernest Eugene Copenhaver, Jr. Primary sponsor: Todd Pillion (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 14, 2026): Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ178ER).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Commending Ernest Eugene Copenhaver, Jr.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Pillion | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Israel O'Quinn | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ178ER)
- Agreed to by House by voice vote
- Laid on Speaker's table
- Received
- Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
- Laid on Clerk's Desk
- Presented 26107532D