HJR 848 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - Randy Tyree -

This resolution (HJR 848) honors the memory of Randy Tyree, a former Knoxville mayor and public servant who passed away. It recognizes his life of service, including his work as a police commissioner, his role in bringing the 1982 World's Fair to Knoxville, and his community leadership. The resolution contains no policy changes or mechanisms - it is a formal tribute to Tyree's legacy, adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly to extend condolences to his family.

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

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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

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 93, Nays 0, PNV 1

lower

Feb 2, 2026

Introduced

Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 2/4/2026

lower

1 primary · 0 co-sponsors