Commending Major General Cedric Terry Wins, USA, Ret.
Summary
Senate Resolution 223 is a commemorative resolution honoring Major General Cedric Terry Wins, USA, Ret., for his military service and leadership as the 15th superintendent of the Virginia Military Institute. The resolution recounts his VMI education, 34-year Army career, deployments and assignments around the world, senior leadership roles in Army modernization and research and development, and the many awards he received for distinguished service.
The resolution also highlights his post-retirement service to Virginia, including his appointment as interim superintendent of VMI in 2020 and his selection as superintendent in 2021. It emphasizes that he became the first African American to serve as superintendent in VMI’s history and directs the Clerk of the Senate to present him a copy of the resolution as an expression of the Senate’s admiration and best wishes.
Impact
SR223 does not change state law, create new programs, or amend any statutes. Its effect is purely ceremonial: it formally recognizes Major General Wins’ contributions to the United States, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the Virginia Military Institute, and it authorizes presentation of the enrolled resolution to him.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and respectful. The Senate agreed to the resolution without any recorded opposition, and the text itself is celebratory, focusing on service, leadership, and historic significance. There are no committee transcripts or recorded votes indicating controversy or dissent.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention because the measure is a commendation resolution rather than substantive legislation. Any significance in the text is historical and symbolic, particularly the recognition of Wins as the first African American superintendent of VMI, but the bill does not present competing viewpoints or disputed provisions.