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VA HJR83

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ellen McLaughlin

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Charles Frederick Downs, a rehabilitation counselor, died on June 17, 2025, and is honored by the Virginia General Assembly for his professional accomplishments and community service
  • Earned a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University and worked at the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation in Georgia and the Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center in Fishersville
  • Advocated for the creation of the Waynesboro Disability Services Board in the mid-1980s, serving as chair for many years, and served as the Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator for Waynesboro from 1992 until retirement in 2009
  • Active member of First Baptist Church of Waynesboro, participating in mission trips and holding various leadership roles in outreach work
  • The Clerk of the House of Delegates is directed to prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to his family, including his wife of nearly 30 years, Mary Alice

Legislative Description

Celebrating the life of Charles Frederick Downs.

Last Action

Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ83ER)

4/9/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available