HJR 1148 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Retirement - Major Wayne Sellers, Tennessee Highway Patrol -

This bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes Major Wayne Sellers of the Tennessee Highway Patrol on the occasion of his retirement. It acknowledges his thirty-seven years of service, which included roles as a road trooper, sergeant, troop lieutenant, district captain, and major. The resolution expresses appreciation for his dedication to public safety and community service throughout his career. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee state legislature.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Signed Apr 1, 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 1, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Mar 31, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Mar 31, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
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

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Clay Doggett
Clay Doggett
RRepublican
TN
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