Memorials, Death - Emmett L. Bolyard -

This Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 827) is a non-binding memorial honoring Emmett L. Bolyard, a Bolivar, Tennessee firefighter who served over 60 years (1964-2025), including as Bolivar’s first paid firefighter and later as assistant chief. It recognizes his career with the Bolivar Fire Department, his volunteer work with Hardeman County ambulance services, and his community service. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate (32-0) and House (93-0) in March 2026, expressing condolences to his family and commemorating his legacy. It does not create new laws or affect any policies.