SJR 555 is a non-binding memorial resolution honoring Steve Haley, a former Robertson County Commission member and longtime public servant from Guthrie, Tennessee. It commemorates his life, career in the grocery industry, community service (including youth soccer coaching and theater involvement), and dedication to family and faith, while expressing condolences to his surviving family members. This resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is a symbolic tribute passed unanimously by Tennessee's legislature and signed by the governor.
SJR 573 is a commemorative resolution honoring Crossett Franklin, Sr. of Memphis, recognizing his 35 years of service as a state auditor, his work as a realtor, and his community involvement. It expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family and commemorates his life of public service, integrity, and dedication. The resolution was unanimously passed by both chambers and signed by the Governor in early 2026. As a memorial resolution, it does not create any legal obligations or policy changes.
SJR 557 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Robert Earl Dudgeon on his 90th birthday. It recognizes his military service as a U.S. Army Specialist, his lifelong residence in Gallatin, and his contributions to his family, community, and country. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's best wishes for his birthday without creating new laws or affecting policy. This procedural bill directly celebrates Dudgeon's personal milestone as a respected local citizen.
SJR 562 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Abigail Goddard, a 17-year-old Williamson County high school student and founder of Spikey. It recognizes her development of Spikey, a keychain device that tests drinks for date-rape drugs like GHB or ketamine within 15 seconds. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it solely expresses formal commendation for her public safety innovation and community impact. It was passed unanimously by both chambers and signed by the Governor.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 569) passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to formally recognize and celebrate George Washington's birthday on February 22, 2026. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is purely a symbolic gesture acknowledging Washington's historical contributions as "Father of our Country." The resolution cites his leadership during the Revolutionary War, role in the Constitutional Convention, and commitment to civilian rule. It was unanimously approved by both chambers and signed into effect by the Governor.
SJR 566 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Cristy Dunn, a Mountain City artist and community leader, for receiving the Tennessee Arts Commission's 2025 Arts Leadership Award. It recognizes her work founding the Johnson County Center for the Arts, creating the Mountain City Mural Mile, co-founding the Long Journey Home Musical Heritage Festival, and supporting Appalachian arts education. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative commendation. It passed unanimously in both chambers and was signed by the Governor on February 3, 2026. This is purely symbolic recognition with no direct impact on laws, funding, or affected individuals beyond the honoree.
SJR 561 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Alex Robinson, a teacher at Overton High School, for being named a 2025 Blue Ribbon Teacher by the Nashville Public Education Foundation and Metro Nashville Public Schools. The resolution formally recognizes his contributions to education, commending his dedication to students and professional excellence. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution was unanimously passed by both legislative chambers and signed by the Governor in early 2026.
Senate Joint Resolution 616 provides for a recess in the Tennessee General Assembly on January 22, 2026, due to forecasted inclement weather. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene on February 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., while the House of Representatives is set to reconvene on January 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., unless the Speaker issues written notice of continued inclement weather, in which case the House would reconvene on February 2, 2026. This procedural resolution directly affects the legislative schedule and operations of the One Hundred Fourteenth General Assembly.
SJR 572 is a commemorative resolution honoring Centenary United Methodist Church in Memphis for its historical marker dedication. It recognizes the church's 160-year role in community leadership, civil rights activism (including hosting MLK strategy sessions in 1968), and contributions to education and equality, such as founding Memphis's first Black kindergarten and Boy Scout troop. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it serves solely as symbolic recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly.
SJR 563 is a resolution recognizing the Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) parent coalition for raising $5 million through community fundraising to enhance facilities at Percy Priest, Lakeview, and Paragon Mills elementary schools. It specifically commends parents Shannon Martin and Katie Agnew for spearheading the effort, which met its fundraising goal in 67 days to build new gymnasiums and multipurpose spaces. These improvements will support student learning, physical activity, and community events at the three schools. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation, with no new policies or funding mechanisms enacted.
This ceremonial resolution honors Joe Carson of Concord, Tennessee, for winning a gold medal in the 70-plus age division of basketball at the 2025 National Senior Olympic Games. It recognizes his athletic achievement and dedication, specifically highlighting his victory against 18 teams in his age bracket. The resolution, passed unanimously by both chambers and signed by the Governor, serves solely as a formal expression of commendation with no binding policy or financial impact.
SJR 556 is a Tennessee Senate Joint Resolution honoring Patricia Lee Newton, a former state public servant who dedicated her career to healthcare policy, including roles in TennCare and the Tennessee Department of Health. The resolution expresses the legislature's condolences to her family and commemorates her legacy of integrity and service in state government. As a commemorative resolution with no legal effect, it serves only as a symbolic tribute to her life and work.
