HJR 310 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

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

350
Passed
Total votes 35
Mar 10, 2025
D Democratic4
4 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican31
31 Yea
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
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Photo of Fred Atchley
Fred Atchley
RRepublican
TN
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