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VA SJR213

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Obenshain

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Ryan Dean retired as chief of the Stanley Police Department on February 26, 2026, after serving 10 years as chief and 31 total years in law enforcement
  • Dean began his career in 1994 at the Page County Sheriff's Office at age 18, making him one of the youngest deputies in Virginia at the time
  • As chief, he enhanced highway safety, acquired ballistic armor vests for officers, and added a school resource officer to Stanley Elementary School
  • Dean gained national recognition in 2014 for catching a bank robber and guided the community through severe weather events and the COVID-19 pandemic
  • The Virginia General Assembly formally commends Dean for his service and directs the Clerk of the Senate to present him with a copy of the resolution

Legislative Description

Commending Ryan Dean.

Last Action

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ213ER)

3/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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