HJR 623 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Williamson Chapel CME Church, 175th anniversary -

HJR 623 is a non-binding ceremonial resolution recognizing Williamson Chapel CME Church in Wilson County, Tennessee, on its 175th anniversary. It formally honors the church's historical significance as a longstanding Black community institution in the Needmore area, highlighting its founding in the 1840s, role in education, and contributions to spiritual and social development over eight generations. The resolution expresses legislative appreciation for the church's service but does not enact any policy changes or affect any specific individuals or programs.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Apr 2025
Signed into Law
Apr 2025
Introduced Apr 9, 2025 Signed Apr 29, 2025
Floor votes · Senate Apr 17, 2025 · House Apr 10, 2025

How they voted

38–0
Passed
Total votes 38
Apr 17, 2025
D Democratic7
7 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
13
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Apr 29, 2025
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 23, 2025
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 23, 2025
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 17, 2025
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Apr 14, 2025
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Apr 10, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 9, 2025
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. 4/10/2025
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Susan Lynn
Susan Lynn
RRepublican
TN
57