Memorials, Death - Diane Jordan -
This Senate Resolution (SR 296) is a ceremonial tribute honoring Diane Jordan, a former Knox County Commissioner. It recognizes her as the first Black woman to serve on the Knox County Commission (1994-2007), her focus on addressing police brutality and economic development, and her continued community service after her political career. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply commemorates her legacy through formal recognition by the Tennessee Senate. It was passed unanimously and signed by the Senate Speaker on February 19, 2026.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2026
Last action Feb 19, 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
6
Key actions
2
Committee
0
Feb 19, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
Feb 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Rules Suspended, Adopted voice vote
lower
Feb 19, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Becky Massey
RRepublican
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