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VA SJR188
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ryan McDougle
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AI Summary
- Lieutenant Colonel Thomas M. Woody of Mechanicsville retired from the Hanover County Sheriff's Office in February 2026 after nearly 40 years of law enforcement service
- Woody began his career on March 1, 1987, as a patrol deputy after graduating at the top of his class from the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy
- Throughout his 39-year career, he held leadership roles in the Patrol Division, Investigative Division, Street Crimes Unit, and Training and Personnel Unit, achieving lieutenant colonel rank in 2020 as chief of staff to the sheriff
- Woody received more than 100 commendations from citizens, supervisors, and coworkers for his service to Hanover County
- The Virginia General Assembly formally commends Woody for his retirement and directs the Clerk of the Senate to present him with a copy of the resolution
Legislative Description
Commending Thomas M. Woody.
Last Action
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ188ER)
3/14/2026
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