Memorials, Retirement - Mary Denise McNeal -
This legislative resolution honors Mary Denise McNeal for her distinguished service to the State of Tennessee as she retires from the District Public Defender's Office for the 13th Judicial District. The bill formally recognizes her long-term contributions, which include rising from a legal assistant to office manager and providing essential support to attorneys, staff, and clients since 2001. While the measure does not alter any laws or policies, it serves as an official commendation of her professionalism, leadership, and dedication to public service. The resolution also acknowledges her personal commitment to animal welfare and her positive impact on colleagues and the office environment.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
May 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 20, 2026
Signed May 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
13
Key actions
5
Committee
1
May 11, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Apr 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 87, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 21, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Apr 20, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Paul Bailey
RRepublican
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