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Introduced
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
03/10/2026
03/10/2026
Passed
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Commending Sergeant Dianne M. Dowdy.
AI Summary
This resolution commends Sergeant Dianne M. Dowdy for her 40 years of dedicated service with the Virginia Division of Capitol Police, which began on April 22, 1985. Throughout her distinguished career, Sergeant Dowdy has held various leadership roles, currently serving as the crime prevention and emergency preparedness sergeant, where she conducts security assessments, provides advanced training to the Executive Protection Unit, and coordinates protection for high-ranking state officials. She is also a senior member of the Honor Guard and has played a crucial role in major events, including gubernatorial inaugurations, by developing operational plans and coordinating command structures. Sergeant Dowdy is recognized for her commitment to education and outreach, offering training on workplace safety and participating in community events. Her exemplary performance has earned her numerous accolades, including Officer of the Year in 2000 and Employee of the Year in 2013, among other awards and commendations, highlighting her dedication, character, and professionalism as an invaluable asset to the Division and the Commonwealth.
Sponsors (105)
Luke Torian (D)*,
Kimberly Adams (D),
Lashrecse Aird (D),
Jessica Anderson (D),
Bonita Anthony (D),
Alex Askew (D),
Terry Austin (R),
Lamont Bagby (D),
Jason Ballard (R),
Rob Bloxom (R),
Jennifer Boysko (D),
Gretchen Bulova (D),
Katrina Callsen (D),
Kacey Carnegie (D),
Betsy Carr (D),
Stacey Carroll (D),
Mike Cherry (R),
Nadarius Clark (D),
Laura Jane Cohen (D),
Joshua Cole (D),
Nicole Cole (D),
Kelly Convirs-Fowler (D),
Mitchell Cornett (R),
Rae Cousins (D),
William Davis (R),
Creigh Deeds (D),
Karrie Delaney (D),
Lindsey Dougherty (D),
Mark Downey (D),
Tara Durant (R),
Michael Feggans (D),
Hyland Fowler (R),
Lily Franklin (D),
Margaret Franklin (D),
Debra Gardner (D),
Tom Garrett (R),
Jackie Glass (D),
Elizabeth Guzmán (D),
Karen Hamilton (R),
C.E. Hayes (D),
Dan Helmer (D),
Phil Hernandez (D),
Charniele Herring (D),
M. Keith Hodges (R),
Patrick Hope (D),
Michael Jones (D),
Karen Keys-Gamarra (D),
Terry Kilgore (R),
Paul Krizek (D),
Amy Laufer (D),
James Leftwich (R),
Destiny LeVere Bolling (D),
Michelle Lopes-Maldonado (D),
Alfonso Lopez (D),
Louise Lucas (D),
Fernando Martinez (D),
John Chilton McAuliff (D),
Adele McClure (D),
Ryan McDougle (R),
Garrett McGuire (D),
Ellen McLaughlin (R),
Joseph McNamara (R),
Kirk McPike (D),
Delores McQuinn (D),
Leslie Chambers Mehta (D),
James Morefield (R),
May Nivar (D),
Israel O'Quinn (R),
Delores Oates (R),
Justin Pence (R),
Eric Phillips (R),
Marcia Price (D),
Hillary Pugh Kent (R),
Sam Rasoul (D),
Atoosa Reaser (D),
David Reid (D),
Chris Runion (R),
Saddam Salim (D),
Charlie Schmidt (D),
Don Scott (D),
Holly Seibold (D),
Briana Sewell (D),
Irene Shin (D),
Marcus Simon (D),
Shelly Simonds (D),
J.J. Singh (D),
Kannan Srinivasan (D),
Richard Sullivan (D),
Josh Thomas (D),
Virgil Thornton (D),
Kathy Tran (D),
Howard Wachsmann (R),
Wendell Walker (R),
Jeion Ward (D),
Lee Ware (R),
Vivian Watts (D),
Michael Webert (R),
Madison Whittle (R),
William Wiley (R),
Rodney Willett (D),
Wren Williams (R),
Tony Wilt (R),
Thomas Wright (R),
Scott Wyatt (R),
Eric Zehr (R),
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote) (on 03/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJ283 |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HJ283/text/HJ283 |
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