HJR 1219 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - Larry Earl Bland, Sr. -

This bill is a House Joint Resolution that honors the memory of Larry Earl Bland, Sr., a respected barber and community leader from Memphis, Tennessee. The resolution formally recognizes his life achievements, including his decades-long career as a master barber, his role as a Black entrepreneur, and his dedication to family and community service. It does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge his contributions and express condolences to his family. The resolution is intended for presentation to Bland's family as a tribute to his 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 26, 2026 Signed Apr 14, 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 14, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 7, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Apr 2, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Mar 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 82, Nays 1, PNV 10
lower
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 3/30/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
District
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Gabby Salinas
DDemocratic
TN
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