HJR 1141 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Retirement - Sheriff Kevin Sugg -

This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and honors Sheriff Kevin Sugg of Houston County on the occasion of his retirement after a 39-year career in law enforcement. The resolution commends his service, including his time as a State Trooper and his work improving the Houston County Sheriff's Office and jail facilities. It also acknowledges the retirement of his wife, Beth Sugg, who served as the department's accountant, and notes their plans to open a barbecue restaurant together. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to the Suggs' contributions to their community.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Signed Apr 9, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
13
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Apr 9, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Mar 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Mar 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 82, Nays 0, PNV 2
lower
Mar 19, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 3/23/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Jay Reedy
RRepublican
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