Memorials, Recognition - Michael Patrick Leahy -
This bill is a Senate joint resolution that formally recognizes and honors Michael Patrick Leahy, a Tennessee-based journalist, author, and civic educator. The resolution acknowledges his fifteen years of work in journalism, including founding The Tennessee Star, and his contributions to constitutional education through co-authoring a guide for students and creating the National Constitution Bee competition. The text does not create new laws or regulations but serves as a ceremonial tribute to his professional achievements in public discourse and civic engagement.
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
P
Mark Pody
RRepublican
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