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VA SJR158

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Creigh Deeds

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Ashley Elizabeth Harrell of Chester, Virginia, died on July 13, 2025, and served as a licensed clinical social worker and senior program advisor for substance use disorder services at the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services
  • Held a master's degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University and helped transform Medicaid coverage for substance use disorder into the Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS) Benefits program
  • Led development of Section 1115 Social Security Act Demonstration Waiver Application and Virginia's SUPPORT Act Grant applications addressing treatment and workforce capacity issues
  • Virginia's ARTS Benefits program, developed under her leadership, has been recognized nationally as a model for other states
  • Survived by husband Frank, children Edwin and Danielle, and brother Kent; the General Assembly directs a copy of the resolution be presented to her family

Legislative Description

Celebrating the life of Ashley Elizabeth Harrell.

Last Action

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ158ER)

3/14/2026

Full Bill Text

No bill text available