Memorials, Recognition - Black History Month, 100th anniversary -
This bill (HJR 811) is a symbolic resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of Black History Month in February 2026. It honors the origins of Black History Month, established in 1926 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, and highlights Tennessee's historical connections to African American leaders and institutions. The resolution encourages schools, communities, and cultural organizations across Tennessee to host educational and cultural programs during the centennial year. It does not create new laws or impose requirements, serving solely as a ceremonial recognition of African American contributions.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
Signed into Law
Feb 2026
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Signed Feb 18, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
17
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Feb 18, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Feb 17, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Feb 13, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Feb 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Feb 9, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 2/4/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Karen Camper
DDemocratic
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