Memorials, Recognition - Rhodes College in Memphis, 100th anniversary -
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally commemorates the 100th anniversary of Rhodes College's relocation to Memphis. It recognizes the institution's historical contributions to Tennessee's educational and civic life, highlighting its evolution from its founding in the 1830s to its current status as a nationally recognized liberal arts college. The resolution serves as an official acknowledgment of the college's legacy and achievements rather than implementing new policies or funding.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
May 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 21, 2026
Signed May 7, 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
May 7, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
May 4, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 23, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Apr 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 89, Nays 0, PNV 2
lower
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 4/22/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gabby Salinas
DDemocratic
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