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VA HJR174
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
C.E. Hayes
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AI Summary
- Commends the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) on its 55th anniversary of intercollegiate competition during the 2025-2026 academic year
- MEAC was founded in 1970 by seven historically Black colleges and universities, became an NCAA Division I conference on June 8, 1980, and is headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia
- Current membership includes eight HBCUs: Coppin State, Delaware State, Howard, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Morgan State, Norfolk State, North Carolina Central, and South Carolina State
- Conference supports Division I competition in 11 sports including football, basketball, softball, volleyball, tennis, cross country, track and field, and women's bowling
- Sonja Stills serves as current commissioner and is the first female commissioner in MEAC history
Legislative Description
Commending the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
3/5/2026
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