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VA SJR243

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lamont Bagby

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends Riverview Baptist Church in Richmond on its 140th anniversary of serving the congregation and community
  • Founded in 1885 when a small group met in the home of Hezekiah Johnson on Lombardy Street, then purchased property at 1500 Jacquelin Street in 1886 with a view of the James River
  • Relocated twice over its history: to a second site in 1923, then to its current location on Idlewood Avenue in 1965
  • Has been led by 10 pastors throughout its history, with Reverend Dr. Frank Branch III serving as the current pastor
  • Agreed to by the Senate on March 10, 2026, and by the House of Delegates on March 12, 2026

Legislative Description

Commending Riverview Baptist Church.

Last Action

Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ243ER)

3/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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