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2011 SPECIAL SESSION I

11200150D
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 5035
Offered April 27, 2011
Celebrating the life of the Honorable Bruce Franklin Jamerson.
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Patrons-- Jones, Abbitt, Abbott, Albo, Alexander, Anderson, Armstrong, Athey, BaCote, Barlow, Bell, R.P., Brink, Bulova, Byron, Carr, Carrico, Cline, Cole, Cosgrove, Cox, M.K., Crockett-Stark, Dance, Ebbin, Englin, Filler-Corn, Garrett, Gilbert, Habeeb, Helsel, Herring, Hope, Howell, A.T., Howell, W.J., Hugo, Iaquinto, Ingram, James, Janis, Joannou, Johnson, Keam, Kilgore, Kory, Landes, LeMunyon, Lewis, Lingamfelter, Loupassi, Marshall, D.W., Massie, May, McClellan, McQuinn, Merricks, Miller, J.H., Miller, P.J., Morgan, Morrissey, Nutter, O'Bannon, Orrock, Peace, Plum, Pogge, Poindexter, Pollard, Putney, Rust, Scott, E.T., Scott, J.M., Sherwood, Sickles, Spruill, Stolle, Surovell, Tata, Torian, Toscano, Tyler, Villanueva, Ward, Ware, O., Watts, Wilt and Wright; Senators: Barker, Blevins, Colgan, Deeds, Edwards, Hanger, Herring, Houck, Howell, Locke, Lucas, Marsden, Marsh, Martin, McDougle, McEachin, McWaters, Miller, J.C., Miller, Y.B., Newman, Norment, Northam, Obenshain, Petersen, Puckett, Puller, Quayle, Reynolds, Ruff, Saslaw, Smith, Stanley, Stosch, Stuart, Ticer, Vogel, Wagner, Wampler, Watkins and Whipple
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Unanimous consent to introduce
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WHEREAS, the Honorable Bruce Franklin Jamerson, who served the members of the House of Delegates and the residents of the Commonwealth with great distinction as the Clerk of the House of Delegates and Keeper of the Rolls of the Commonwealth, died on April 25, 2011; and

WHEREAS, a native of Richmond, Bruce Jamerson was an Eagle Scout and attended public schools in Chesterfield County and the City of Richmond before receiving a bachelor’s degree in political science and history from Virginia Tech; and

WHEREAS, a devoted student of history who was known for his profound love, respect, and appreciation for the Virginia State Capitol and the nation’s oldest law-making body, Bruce Jamerson began his exemplary career with the House of Delegates in the bill room while still a junior at Armstrong High School; and

WHEREAS, Bruce Jamerson then served as the postmaster for the House of Delegates before becoming purchasing officer; he ably served as Administrative Assistant to Clerk Joseph H. Holleman, Jr., before his own election by the 100-member body, in 1991, as Clerk of the House of Delegates; and

WHEREAS, as Clerk, Bruce Jamerson served as the chief administrative officer of the House of Delegates, ensuring that all constitutional, statutory, and policy requirements were followed as the House of Delegates conducted its business in addition to overseeing the compilation of official records of all legislative business; and

WHEREAS, as a member of the Executive Committee that coordinated the Capitol Restoration and Extension Project from 2004 to 2007, Bruce Jamerson proudly played a pivotal role in the restoration of the Capitol, working with great dedication to preserve and protect the historic building so that it will continue to stand as a symbol of democracy for decades to come; and

WHEREAS, a man of great vision and practicality, Bruce Jamerson served as the first chairman of the Virginia Capitol Foundation established to support the restoration, preservation, and interpretation of the Virginia State Capitol and Capitol Square; and

WHEREAS, an integral part of many historic state government events, Bruce Jamerson helped in the planning of five gubernatorial inaugurations and sat at the right hand of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as she addressed the Virginia legislature as part of the celebration of the Commonwealth’s and nation’s quadricentennial in 2007; and

WHEREAS, a nationally known and respected legislative clerk, Bruce Jamerson was an influential member of the American Society of Legislative Clerks and Secretaries, serving on the Executive Committee since 2001, as chair or vice-chair of several of its standing committees, and as president from 2004 to 2005; and

WHEREAS, a valued resource leader for the Virginia YMCA Model General Assembly, Bruce Jamerson wisely recognized the value of providing an opportunity for the young people of the Commonwealth to develop an interest in and respect for public service; and

WHEREAS, Bruce Jamerson devoted countless hours to the American Legion Boys State of Virginia, serving as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Board of Directors; he was a 2001 inductee into its Hall of Fame for his extraordinary contributions; and

WHEREAS, a true gentleman and professional, Bruce Jamerson will be remembered for his civic spirit, consideration for all, and love of and appreciation for the state legislature and the Capitol; and

WHEREAS, supported in all his endeavors by his loving wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Ainslie; and parents, Wilbur and the late Barbara, Bruce Jamerson has left an indelible mark on the Virginia State Capitol and House of Delegates during his 38 General Assembly sessions with his tireless commitment to public service while touching the lives of countless individuals with his genuine concern and compassionate heart; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of the Clerk of the House of Delegates and Keeper of the Rolls of the Commonwealth, the Honorable Bruce Franklin Jamerson; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Deputy Clerk for Legislative Operations of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of the Honorable Bruce Franklin Jamerson as an expression of the General Assembly’s profound respect for his memory and gratitude for his distinguished service.