Memorials, Death - Carl Dean -
HJR 310 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Carl Dean, the late husband of country singer Dolly Parton, following his passing. The resolution formally expresses the Tennessee General Assembly's sympathy to Dolly Parton and Mr. Dean's family, commemorating his 60-year marriage to her and his role as her lifelong supporter. It specifically cites his influence on her songwriting (including "Jolene" and other songs) and his private life. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents - it serves solely as a formal tribute from the state legislature.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Mar 2025
Signed into Law
Mar 2025
Introduced Mar 4, 2025
Signed Mar 19, 2025
Floor votes · Senate Mar 10, 2025
How they voted
35–0
Passed
Total votes 35
Mar 10, 2025
D
Democratic4
100% Yea
R
Republican31
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
11
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Mar 19, 2025
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Mar 12, 2025
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Mar 10, 2025
Upper · Passed
Rules Suspended, Concurred, Ayes 30, Nays 0
upper
Mar 6, 2025
Lower · Passed
R/S Intro., adopted v.v.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Fred Atchley
RRepublican
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