HJR 1144 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Scotty Phillips -

This bill honors Scotty Phillips of Anderson County, Tennessee, by formally recognizing his contributions to the community. It designates him as a distinguished citizen for his work as a bus driver and owner of the New River General Store, highlighting his lifelong dedication to improving quality of life in the area. The resolution expresses appreciation for his professionalism and community service but does not create new laws or policies. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a legislative change.
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
14
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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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Ed Butler
Ed Butler
RRepublican
TN
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