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VA SB801
VA SB801"Carry Me Back to Old Virginny;" removes designation as official state song emeritus.
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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Official emblems and designations; song emeritus; repeal. Repeals the designation of "Carry Me Back to Old Virginny," by James A. Bland, as set out in House Joint Resolution 10, adopted by the General Assembly of Virginia during the Session of 1940, as the official state song emeritus.
AI Summary
This bill repeals the designation of "Carry Me Back to Old Virginny" as the official state song emeritus of Virginia, a title it held since 1940. The bill amends Section 1-510 of the Code of Virginia, which lists various official emblems and designations for the Commonwealth, by removing the specific mention of this song. This action effectively removes the song from its official status without affecting other existing designations like the state beverage (milk), state bird (Northern Cardinal), or other official songs.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Rules (on 02/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB801 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SB801/text/SB801 |
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