Memorials, Retirement - Adamsville Fire Chief Kenny Newell -
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 274) honoring Fire Chief Kenny Newell upon his retirement from the Adamsville Fire Department. It formally recognizes his 25+ years of service, describing his dedication, professionalism, and community impact without creating new laws or policies. The resolution has passed unanimously (33-0) and is now enrolled for presentation to Newell, serving as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee Senate. It directly affects no individuals or communities beyond this recognition.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 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
7
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Feb 3, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Jan 22, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Jan 21, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Page Walley
RRepublican
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