Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

signed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SJR 883: Memorials, Death - Charles R. Harr -

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution honoring the memory of Charles R. Harr, a retired Air Force colonel and community leader from Knoxville. It formally recognizes Harr's distinguished military service, including his participation in Vietnam and Desert Storm, as well as his extensive contributions to local organizations, finance, and the church. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's sympathy to Harr's family and directs that a copy of the document be prepared for presentation to the Harr family. This legislative action does not impose new laws or regulations but serves as an official memorial acknowledging Harr's public service and personal character.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a retired Air Force colonel's distinguished military service, recognizing his Vietnam and Desert Storm participation, which supports veteran recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SJR 962: Memorials, Recognition - Roger Haley -

This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally recognizes and honors Roger Haley, a Murfreesboro resident, for his decades of public service and community contributions. The resolution acknowledges his military service in Vietnam, his long career as a business owner, and his two-decade tenure as City Manager of Murfreesboro, where he earned the Tennessee City Manager of the Year award. It also highlights his extensive involvement in local government boards, political campaigns, and advisory roles at the state and national levels. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his achievements and contributions to Tennessee.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes and honors a veteran's military service, providing public acknowledgment of his Vietnam service and contributions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SJR 996: Memorials, Recognition - 250th Celebration of the Revolutionary War Veterans buried in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and surrounding areas -

This bill is a joint resolution that honors Revolutionary War veterans buried within or near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It recognizes the sacrifices of these individuals and their families, including those whose land was taken for the park's creation. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment during the nation's 250th birthday celebration and does not create new laws or funding. It is a commemorative measure intended to preserve historical memory rather than change policy or affect government operations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors Revolutionary War veterans buried in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, recognizing sacrifices and preserving historical memory through commemorative measure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Tennessee · House Mar 26, 2026

HJR 1069: Memorials, Recognition - Ronald S. Coffin -

This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors Ronald S. Coffin, a resident of Maryville, Tennessee, for his contributions to the state and community. The resolution recognizes his role as one of the first students to integrate Maryville High School, his military service in the Vietnam War, and his work establishing a local PTSD support group for veterans. It acknowledges his professional career in social work and his long-term dedication to family and church ministries. The bill does not create new laws or policies; instead, it serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Coffin's achievements and public service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors veteran Ronald S. Coffin for his military service and PTSD support work, recognizing veteran contributions and supporting veteran community initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

signed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SJR 943: Memorials, Professional Achievement - Douglas E. Kreulen, Tennessee Aviation Hall of Fame -

This Senate Joint Resolution congratulates Douglas E. Kreulen on his induction into the Tennessee Aviation Hall of Fame. The bill recognizes his distinguished career as president and CEO of the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority, his 27 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, and his numerous awards for leadership in aviation and community service. It serves as a formal commendation rather than creating new laws or funding, and it directs the preparation of a copy of the resolution for presentation to Kreulen.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill recognizes veteran's distinguished service and awards, honoring his 27 years of U.S. Air Force service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Tennessee · Senate Apr 16, 2026

SJR 927: Memorials, Recognition - Master Sergeant Roderick “Roddie” W. Edmonds, posthumous receipt of Medal of Honor -

This bill honors Master Sergeant Roderick "Roddie" W. Edmonds, a World War II veteran from Tennessee who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. It formally recognizes his heroic leadership as a prisoner of war during the Battle of the Bulge, when he protected over 200 Jewish-American soldiers by refusing to identify them to German guards. The resolution commends his moral courage and selfless devotion to duty, which saved lives and upheld military traditions. This legislative action serves as a memorial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a WWII veteran with posthumous Medal of Honor recognition, explicitly supporting veteran recognition and memorialization efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

signed · Tennessee · House Apr 9, 2026

HJR 1145: Memorials, Recognition - American Legion Post 137, 100th anniversary -

This bill honors American Legion Post 137 of Jamestown, Tennessee, on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. It designates May 2026 as "American Legion Post 137 Centennial Month" to recognize the organization's century of service to veterans, military families, and the community. The resolution acknowledges the post's founding by Sergeant Alvin C. York in 1926 and its ongoing contributions through youth programs, civic initiatives, and patriotic observances. This is a commemorative measure with no changes to laws or funding.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors American Legion Post 137's century of service to veterans and designates commemorative month recognizing their contributions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

failed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 31, 2026

SB 2428: Veterans - As introduced, requires local governmental entities to invite honorably discharged veterans who apply for employment or promotion to interview; requires preference be given to such veteran if the minimum qualifications and the skills, abilities, competencies, and knowledge of the veteran and any another applicant being interviewed for the position are equal; requires state and local application forms to provide the option for an applicant to declare veteran status. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 51; Title 8, Chapter 30, Part 3 and Title 58, Chapter 2.

SB 2428 requires Tennessee local governments (like cities, counties, and departments) to invite honorably discharged veterans to job interviews and give them hiring preference if their qualifications match another candidate's. It also extends interview opportunities to spouses of veterans who have a 100% service-connected disability or died in military service. The bill mandates that all local government job applications include an option for applicants to declare veteran status. These provisions apply to all hiring for appointments or promotions within local government entities.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires local governments to give veterans hiring preference if qualifications match, extending to spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Directly supports veteran employment access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 2469: Veterans Services, Dept. of - As introduced, requires the department to submit a report on the total number of state and federal benefits, and a synopsis of each benefit, available to a veteran and the veteran's surviving spouse to the speaker of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives on or before January 1, 2027. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 52; Title 68 and Title 71.

HB 2469 requires Tennessee's Department of Veterans Services to create and submit a comprehensive report by January 1, 2027. The report must list all state and federal benefits available to veterans and their surviving spouses, including a brief description of each benefit. This report will be delivered to the speakers of the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives. The bill does not change existing benefits but mandates this centralized information for legislative review.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates comprehensive report of existing benefits to improve legislative oversight and accessibility, facilitating future support without altering current benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 2397: Veterans - As introduced, requires local governmental entities to invite honorably discharged veterans who apply for employment or promotion to interview; requires preference be given to such veteran if the minimum qualifications and the skills, abilities, competencies, and knowledge of the veteran and any another applicant being interviewed for the position are equal; requires state and local application forms to provide the option for an applicant to declare veteran status. - Amends TCA Title 7, Chapter 51; Title 8, Chapter 30, Part 3 and Title 58, Chapter 2.

HB 2397 requires Tennessee local governments (such as cities, counties, and agencies) to invite honorably discharged veterans to interview for public sector jobs or promotions when they apply. If a veteran meets the minimum job requirements and their skills are equal to another candidate, they must be given hiring preference. The bill also mandates that all public job applications include an option for applicants to declare veteran status. Additionally, it extends certain preferences to spouses of veterans with a 100% service-connected disability or those who died in military service, while requiring local entities to document reasons for not selecting a veteran.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates hiring preference for veterans meeting qualifications in public sector jobs, requires interview invitations for veterans, and adds veteran status declaration on applications, directly advancing veteran employment access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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