Virginia 2026 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HR85

Introduced
2/9/26  
Engrossed
2/13/26  

Caption

Commending the Front Royal Little League 12U All-Stars.

Summary

House Resolution 85 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Front Royal Little League 12U All-Stars for their 2025 season. It recognizes the team’s Virginia State Little League Championship, notes that it was Front Royal’s first state title in more than 60 years, and highlights the team’s advancement to the Southeast Regional Tournament in Warner Robins, Georgia. The resolution also praises the players, coaches, families, and community for their support and contributions to the team’s success. The resolution does not change substantive law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to an official expression of the House of Delegates’ admiration and congratulations, and it directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for presentation to the team. As a result, the bill’s impact is symbolic rather than regulatory, and it primarily serves to honor youth athletics and community achievement in Warren County and the Town of Front Royal.

Impact

HR85 has no direct impact on state statutes, regulations, or public benefits. It is a nonbinding commendatory resolution that formally recognizes a local youth baseball team and authorizes presentation of the resolution to the honorees. The only practical effect is ceremonial acknowledgment by the House of Delegates, with no legal obligations imposed on any person, agency, or local government.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill passed the House without any recorded opposition or committee controversy in the provided materials, reflecting broad support for honoring the team’s athletic achievement, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The tone of the resolution itself is congratulatory and community-oriented, emphasizing pride in the players and their coaches.

Contention

No notable points of contention appear in the bill text, voting history, or committee materials provided. Because HR85 is a ceremonial resolution, there is no evidence of disagreement over policy, cost, or legal effect. Any discussion would likely have centered on the appropriateness of recognizing the team’s accomplishment rather than on substantive legislative issues, but no such objections are reflected in the record supplied.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VA HJR688

Commending Woodlawn Little League.

VA SJR405

Commending Woodlawn Little League.

VA SJR329

Commending the Alexandria Little League Intermediate Division baseball team.

VA HR845

Commending the Southside Youth Football League, the Huntersville Wolverines Football and Cheer Organization, and the Park Place Kings Football and Cheer Organization.

VA SR198

Commending the Smithfield Packers Youth Sports 12U girls' flag football team.

VA HJR589

Commending the Oscar Smith High School football team.

VA SJR348

Commending the Oscar Smith High School football team.

VA HR461

Commending the James Wood High School volleyball team.

VA HR668

Commending the 2025 inductees to the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame.

VA HR762

Commending the Southside Swim League.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.