SR 34 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Kenneth Whalum III -

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 34), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Memphis musician Kenneth Whalum III for his contributions to music, specifically recognizing his work as a saxophonist, solo artist, and collaborator with notable musicians like D’Angelo. The resolution contains no policy provisions or legal changes - it solely expresses the Tennessee Senate’s commendation of his artistic achievements and community impact. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action, serving only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Mar 2025
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 6, 2025 Last action Mar 13, 2025
Floor votes · Senate Mar 13, 2025

How they voted

33–0
Passed
Total votes 33
Mar 13, 2025
D Democratic6
6 Yea
100% Yea
R Republican27
27 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
8
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Mar 13, 2025
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Mar 13, 2025
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Mar 10, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Mar 6, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Raumesh Akbari
Raumesh Akbari
DDemocratic
TN
29