Memorials, Death - Robert Earl "Bobby" Duke -
HJR 481 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Robert Earl "Bobby" Duke, a lifelong Dickson resident and community leader known for his dedication to public beautification, faith-based service, and family values. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's condolences to his family and recognizes his contributions, including maintaining public flower beds, serving as cemetery association president, and supporting local churches. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his legacy.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Apr 2025
Signed into Law
Apr 2025
Introduced Mar 20, 2025
Signed Apr 9, 2025
Floor votes · Senate Mar 31, 2025 · House Mar 24, 2025
How they voted
35–0
Passed
Total votes 35
Mar 31, 2025
D
Democratic7
100% Yea
R
Republican28
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
12
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Apr 9, 2025
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 2, 2025
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 2, 2025
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Mar 31, 2025
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 30, Nays 0
upper
Mar 26, 2025
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Mar 24, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Mar 20, 2025
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. 3/24/2025
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mary Littleton
RRepublican
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