Memorials, Recognition - Fisk University, 160th anniversary -
Senate Joint Resolution 662 is a non-binding resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to formally honor Fisk University on its 160th anniversary, recognizing its founding in 1866, cultural contributions (including the Fisk Jubilee Singers), and notable alumni like W.E.B. Du Bois and John Lewis. The resolution was unanimously adopted by both the Senate and House, with no opposition, and is now pending the Governor's signature for final approval. As a commemorative measure, it has no legal effect or policy impact but serves to acknowledge the university's historical significance to Nashville and Tennessee.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Signed into Law
Mar 2026
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Signed Mar 6, 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
15
Key actions
5
Committee
1
Mar 6, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Feb 24, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 92, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Feb 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Charlane Oliver
DDemocratic
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