HJR 1167 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - William Samuel "W.S." Howard, Jr., and Mary Elizabeth “Tootsie” Howard -

This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors the memory of William Samuel "W.S." Howard, Jr., and Mary Elizabeth "Tootsie" Howard, both longtime residents of Clifton, Tennessee. The resolution recognizes their lifelong contributions to their community through their work in the family grocery business, their civic service, and their active participation in local organizations. It expresses gratitude for their dedication to family, community, and the principles of integrity and service. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official state acknowledgment of their legacy.
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 23, 2026 Signed Apr 14, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
14
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Apr 14, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Mar 30, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Mar 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 92, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Mar 23, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 3/26/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Party
State
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Kip Capley
RRepublican
TN
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