HJR 937 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Retirement - Chief John Linsenbigler -

HJR 937 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Chief John Linsenbigler upon his retirement after 44 years in the fire service, including 30 years with the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD). It formally recognizes his 30 years of service with SVFD (including seven years as chief), his leadership during the department's 55th anniversary, and his community impact. The resolution, passed unanimously by both legislative chambers, expresses the General Assembly's commendation and best wishes for his retirement but includes no new policy or funding. It is purely symbolic, with no legal effect or direct impact on constituents beyond the ceremonial tribute.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
Signed into Law
Mar 2026
Introduced Feb 12, 2026 Signed Mar 11, 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
14
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Mar 11, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Feb 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Feb 26, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Feb 12, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 2/19/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Photo of Fred Atchley
Fred Atchley
RRepublican
TN
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