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Introduced

Birthplace of American Cuisine Day; designates as April 27, 2026, & each succeeding year thereafter.

VA · session 2027 · Assembly / House · bill

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Introduced Jan 12, 2026

Latest action (Jul 21, 2026) Continued from last session

Summary

This joint resolution would designate April 27 as Birthplace of American Cuisine Day in Virginia. The day would be observed annually beginning in 2026. The designation would recognize Virginia's historical role in the development and evolution of American cuisine. This proclamation has no direct legislative effect but serves as an official state recognition of Virginia's culinary heritage and contributions to American food culture.

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Official abstract

Designating April 27, in 2026 and in each succeeding year, as Birthplace of American Cuisine Day in Virginia.

Sponsor (1)

Action history (6)

  1. Jan 12, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102994D · lower
  2. Jan 12, 2026 Referred to Committee on Rules · lower
  3. Jan 30, 2026 Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee · lower
  4. Feb 2, 2026 Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote) · lower
  5. Feb 6, 2026 Continued to next session in Rules (Voice Vote) · lower
  6. Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · lower

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