VA HR311

Commends Bushcutz Grooming Lounge in the College Park area of Virginia Beach on its 10th anniversary, established September 21, 2016 by Johnnie and Melodie Bush

Recognizes the business for community engagement including free back-to-school haircuts, backpack drives, and barbershop talks on social issues

Highlights the Bushcutz Barber Academy, a state-licensed barber school that trains aspiring barbers and prepares them for Virginia state licensing exams

Acknowledges the business as a model of Black entrepreneurship promoting economic development, workforce opportunities, and mentorship for inner-city youth

Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to present a copy of the resolution to the owners