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VA SJR119

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Creigh Deeds

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Edward Douglas Harris, a Charlottesville community leader also known as "Eddie" or "Ducey," died on December 28, 2025
  • Founded Vinegar Hill Magazine in 2011, a publication celebrating Black community achievements that grew from a grassroots newsletter into a full periodical reaching thousands of readers
  • Worked with the ReadyKids Real Dads program supporting children with incarcerated fathers and helping incarcerated men maintain family relationships
  • Received the 2020 Alicia B. Lugo Award for uplifting Black residents of Charlottesville and building community spirit
  • The General Assembly directs the Clerk of the Senate to present a copy of this resolution to his family, including his son Ricco

Legislative Description

Celebrating the life of Edward Douglas Harris.

Last Action

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ119ER)

3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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