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House adopts resolution honoring Rep. Virginia 'Jenny' Graham
Summary
Members of the Washington House paid tribute to Representative Virginia 'Jenny' Graham for her service, including military and veterans committee work, and unanimously adopted a resolution recognizing her retirement and years of public service.
The Washington State House adopted a resolution honoring Representative Virginia "Jenny" Graham, with floor speeches from members who emphasized her energy, service on veterans' and community-safety issues, and commitment to constituents.
Representative Schmidt (4th District) said she felt "privileged to speak" on behalf of Graham and recalled meeting Graham during her first campaign in 2017, praising her clear values and direct style. Representative Goodman (45th District) described Graham as "genuine and authentic," noting her advocacy for victims and service on the community safety committee. Representative Volz recounted campaign memories and personal anecdotes about Graham’s intensity, competence and long-term constituent service.
After several other remarks, the speaker put the question on house resolution 47 14; members responded "aye" and the chair announced the resolution was adopted. The adopted resolution notes Graham’s upbringing in Long Beach, California, her reserve service in the U.S. Army Reserve and a 40-year career as a cosmetologist and small-business owner.
Members closed by wishing Representative Graham and her husband well as she moves toward retirement and time with family.
