SJR 940 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Novamet -

This bill is a joint resolution that formally honors Novamet Specialty Products Corporation for its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the company's history since its founding in 1976, its relocation to Lebanon, Tennessee in 2014, and the dedication of its long-serving employees. The resolution expresses appreciation for the company's contributions to innovation and the state's economy but does not create new laws or change any policies. It serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a legislative action with enforceable requirements.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Mar 16, 2026 Signed Apr 8, 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
1
Apr 8, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 1, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Mar 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 82, Nays 1, PNV 10
lower
Mar 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 29, Nays 0
upper
Mar 19, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Mar 16, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Mark Pody
Mark Pody
RRepublican
TN
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