Virginia HR 263: Commending Eastland United Methodist Church.

Bill Text

2026 SESSION

INTRODUCED

26108612D

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 263

Offered March 4, 2026

Commending Eastland United Methodist Church.

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Patrons—Cole, N.T. and Cole, J.G.

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WHEREAS, in December 2025, Eastland United Methodist Church opened a Free Fridge and Pantry to provide access to nutritious food for residents of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County in need; and

WHEREAS, with the help of FXBG Free Fridge and Food Rescue, Eastland United Methodist Church installed an outdoor refrigerator and food pantry that are accessible 24/7 for families in need; and

WHEREAS, Eastland United Methodist Church is the first church in the area to establish such a program, which has received an outpouring of support and donations from not only the congregation, but members of the wider community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates,That Eastland United Methodist Church hereby be commended for its work to address food insecurity and alleviate hunger in Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Eastland United Methodist Church as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for the congregation's commitment to community service.