SJR 949 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Laura Jane Travis -

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and honors Laura Jane Travis for her service to Rhea County, Tennessee. It does not create new laws or change existing policies; instead, it serves as an official commendation of her community leadership and volunteer work. The resolution highlights her specific contributions, including coordinating fundraising events, leading courthouse renovation projects, and supporting local educational and social programs. The bill is non-binding and has no legal effect beyond acknowledging her achievements through a ceremonial presentation of the resolution.
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 19, 2026 Signed Apr 16, 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
Apr 16, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 7, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 7, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 95, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Mar 26, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Mar 23, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Mar 19, 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 Bo Watson
Bo Watson
RRepublican
TN
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