HJR 804 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Government Officials - Urges the Secretary of State to include "The Old Men" by T.L. Jones in the Blue Book. -

HJR 804 is a non-binding resolution urging the Tennessee Secretary of State to include a reference to T.L. Jones' book *The Old Men: The conversations that help boys become men* in the Tennessee Blue Book. It specifically requests the inclusion of the book's title and an explanation of its cultural significance to Appalachian heritage. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any individuals, organizations, or policies, but rather makes a symbolic recommendation for the state publication. The bill's purpose is solely to recognize the book's portrayal of Appalachian values and generational wisdom as part of Tennessee's cultural history.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Jan 23, 2026
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Jan 23, 2026
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Assigned to s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee
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Jan 22, 2026
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Jeremy Faison
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