HJR 727 is a memorial resolution urging the U.S. Congress to pass legislation for the repatriation of thirteen USS Intrepid sailors' remains. The sailors died in 1804 during the Barbary War, and their burial sites in Libya (five in Tripoli's Protestant Cemetery and eight near Tripoli Castle) have faced desecration over centuries. The resolution requests Congress enact measures to exhume the remains, identify them if possible, and reinter them with military honors in a U.S. veterans cemetery or Arlington National Cemetery. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new law but formally asks Congress to act.
HJR 180 is a symbolic resolution sponsored by Representative Reeves urging the federal government to streamline legal immigration processes. It does not create new laws or affect any specific group; instead, it expresses Tennessee's position through formal language in the "WHEREAS" clauses. The resolution specifically calls on the federal government to improve immigration procedures and directs copies to President Trump, congressional leaders, and Tennessee's congressional delegation. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct policy impact but reflects the General Assembly's position on federal immigration policy.
SJR 28 is a Tennessee Senate resolution expressing support for the federal Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38), which aims to establish nationwide reciprocity for concealed carry permits. It would allow individuals with a valid state-issued concealed carry permit (or who reside in a "Constitutional Carry" state) to legally carry a concealed handgun in any U.S. state, eliminating current inconsistencies between state laws. The resolution directly affects law-abiding concealed carry permit holders and residents of states with constitutional carry laws by advocating for federal legislation that would protect their Second Amendment rights during interstate travel. This resolution does not create new law but urges the U.S. Congress to pass the federal bill.
This bill calls for a joint meeting of the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives to vote on two specific confirmations. The first vote is for Judge Stacy Street to take a seat on the Tennessee Court of Appeals, Eastern Section, while the second is for Ms. Vanecia Kimbrow to join the State Election Commission. The resolution sets a specific date and time for this joint session to occur, ensuring both legislative chambers meet together to cast their votes on these appointments.
Senate Joint Resolution 1117 is a commemorative measure that honors Dr. Sidney A. McPhee as he retires as president of Middle Tennessee State University. The resolution recognizes his twenty-five years of service, during which the university completed over $2 billion in facilities improvements and expanded its academic programs. It formally thanks Dr. McPhee for his leadership and expresses well wishes for his future academic career as a tenured professor in the university's College of Education. This bill does not create new laws or change existing policies; it serves solely to acknowledge his contributions and celebrate his retirement.
This bill is a joint resolution honoring the memory of Jane Bell, a resident of Rockwood, Tennessee, who passed away. It recognizes her contributions as a public servant, artist, ordained minister, and dedicated family member. The resolution formally acknowledges her life achievements and expresses condolences to her surviving family members, including her children and grandchildren. No new laws or policies are created; the document serves solely as a commemorative tribute to her legacy.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Dillon McCracken for his service as a legislative intern for Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally during the 2026 legislative session. The resolution recognizes McCracken's academic achievements at Lipscomb University and his dedication to learning about Tennessee state government while working on Capitol Hill. It does not create any new laws or change policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of McCracken's performance and wishes him well in future endeavors.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that honors Thomas Farmer, a retired law enforcement officer from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, on the occasion of his retirement. The resolution recognizes his thirty-seven-year career in law enforcement, which included work with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office and leadership roles in drug enforcement task forces at the state level. It formally commends his service and contributions to public safety in Tennessee without creating any new laws or policy changes. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his career achievements rather than establishing any legislative requirements or funding.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution honoring the memory of Dustin Matthew Pedigo, a corrections officer from Rockwood who passed away. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to the Tennessee Department of Correction and his dedication to his family and community. It expresses the General Assembly's sympathy to Pedigo's family and requests that a copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation to his family. This type of commemorative measure does not change laws or policies but serves to recognize an individual's life and service.
This legislative resolution honors Cason Orr for his exemplary work as a legislative intern assisting Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally and Senator Adam Lowe. The document recognizes his contributions to the legislative process, his academic achievements in political science, and his various community service projects. It formally commends his performance during the 2026 session and expresses good wishes for his future endeavors.
This bill honors Dr. Stacey Floyd-Thomas for her service to the Tennessee Ethics Commission and her contributions to the state. It formally recognizes her distinguished career as an ethics professor at Vanderbilt University and her extensive scholarly work in Christian social ethics, race, and gender studies. The resolution expresses appreciation for her years of dedication to public service and academic excellence, with no changes to existing laws or policies. This is a commemorative measure that acknowledges her achievements rather than establishing new regulations or requirements.
This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors and commends the Green Hill High School Hawks girls' basketball team for winning the 2026 Region 4-4A tournament. The resolution recognizes the team's achievement of their first region championship, their victory over the Mt. Juliet Golden Bears, and the contributions of key players and their coach. It serves as an official acknowledgment from the Tennessee General Assembly to celebrate the team's success and character, with a copy of the resolution to be presented to the school.
