Virginia 2024 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HJR313

Introduced
2/29/24  
Engrossed
3/4/24  
Enrolled
3/6/24  

Caption

Commending Alexandria City Public Schools' recipients of scholarships.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes positive contributions made by educational support programs in the community and reinforces the role of Alexandria City Public Schools in fostering student success. By commending the scholarship recipients, HJR313 seeks to inspire other students in the district and showcase the potential benefits of educational initiatives and partnerships.

Summary

HJR313 is a resolution commending the recipients of full-ride scholarships from The Posse Foundation and QuestBridge awarded to students in Alexandria City Public Schools during the 2023-2024 school year. This resolution acknowledges the hard work and dedication of the students who earned these scholarships and highlights the importance of supporting educational opportunities for high school seniors.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HJR313 is overwhelmingly positive. Legislators and community members express pride in the achievements of the scholarship recipients and view the resolution as an important recognition of hard work and perseverance. There is a strong sense of community support for initiatives that help students pursue higher education and the resolution serves as a beacon of encouragement for future scholars.

Contention

While no significant points of contention were noted in the discussions surrounding HJR313, it is worth mentioning that educational funding and scholarship programs can be areas of debate in other legislative contexts. However, in this case, the resolution is largely seen as a unifying gesture to uplift the achievements of local students without opposition.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VA HJR727

Commending Arlington Public Schools' recipients of The Posse Foundation and QuestBridge scholarship.

VA HJR496

Commending the Alexandria City High School girls' volleyball team.

VA HR272

Commending the KLM Scholarship Foundation.

VA HJR650

Commending the Alexandria Harmonizers.

VA HJR649

Commending Senior Services of Alexandria.

VA HJR550

Commending Beth Lovain.

VA SJR326

Commending Beth Lovain.

VA HR424

Commending James W. McGlothlin.

VA HB1371

Education Savings Account Program; established, Education Improvement Scholarships tax credits.

VA HB1396

Education Savings Account Program; established, Education Improvement Scholarships tax credits.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.