Memorials, Interns - Donyell Hess -
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and commends Donyell Hess for her outstanding work as a legislative intern for Senator Raumesh Akbari during the 2026 Tennessee legislative session. The resolution highlights Hess's contributions to the legislative process, her academic achievements in social work, and her community service through various organizations. It does not create new laws or change policy but serves as an official acknowledgment of her exemplary service and dedication. The bill requires both the Senate and House of Representatives to concur and authorizes the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to Hess.
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 26, 2026
Signed Apr 16, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
14
Key actions
5
Committee
1
Apr 16, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
lower
Apr 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Mar 30, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Raumesh Akbari
DDemocratic
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