Veterans (Memorials & Recognition)

failed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 1972: Veterans - As introduced, enacts the “Tennessee Veteran Protection and Due Process Act.” - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38 and Title 58.

SB 1972 requires Tennessee law enforcement to verify veteran status before assisting federal immigration actions. It prohibits state cooperation unless federal authorities certify the person isn't a veteran or the VA has confirmed their status. Agencies must screen for military service records, delay transfers until verification, and provide veterans access to legal counsel. The law directly affects veterans facing immigration enforcement and state/local police handling such cases.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires vet status verification before immigration action, delays transfers until confirmation, provides legal counsel access - protects veterans from wrongful treatment in immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Tennessee · House May 27, 2026

HB 1677: Licenses - As enacted, enacts the "Military Families Licensing Recognition Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 58; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68.

HB 1677, the "Military Families Licensing Recognition Act," streamlines occupational licensing for military-connected individuals in Tennessee. It allows active or retired military members, spouses, and dependents to obtain a Tennessee license in their occupation if they hold a current license from another state or the military with similar scope, meet education/experience requirements, and have no disqualifying records. Licensing boards must issue licenses within 10 business days after applicants verify their qualifications under penalty of perjury. The bill does not override state licensing laws, make licenses valid in other states, or affect court-regulated professions.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransStreamlines licensing for veterans/spouses, removing barriers to employment by recognizing prior credentials and expediting license issuance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families Tags Licensing

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SB 2082: Appropriations - As introduced, makes appropriations for the purpose of defraying the expenses of certain legislative enactments passed during the 2026 session of the 114th General Assembly; earmarks sufficient state funds for the purpose of funding any bill naming a highway or bridge in honor of a service member killed in action. -

SB 2082 allocates state funds for the 2025-2026 fiscal years to cover general government operations and specifically earmarks transportation funds for naming highways or bridges in honor of service members killed in action. The bill directs the Department of Transportation to set aside sufficient funds to cover costs for any legislation naming a highway or bridge as a memorial, as defined in Tennessee law (TCA §54-1-133). It directly affects state budgeting for transportation projects and legislative honors, ensuring funding is reserved for these memorial designations. The key provision (Section 1) guarantees dedicated state funds for these honors without requiring additional legislative appropriations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEarmarks state funds for transportation infrastructure (highway/bridge naming) per TCA §54-1-133, directly funding transportation projects.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEarmarks state funds for naming highways/bridges in honor of service members killed in action, directly recognizing veterans' service per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 1526: Naming and Designating - As enacted, renames the Army National Guard Armory located on U.S. Highway 321 in Maryville the "CSM William O. Gregory National Guard Armory." - Amends TCA Title 58, Chapter 1.

HB 1526 renames the Army National Guard Armory on U.S. Highway 321 in Maryville, Tennessee, to the "William O. Gregory Army National Guard Armory" to honor Command Sergeant Major William Gregory. The bill commemorates his 41 years of service in the Tennessee Army National Guard, including roles as First Sergeant and Command Sergeant Major, before his retirement in 1992. It requires the Department of Military to install appropriate signage designating the armory with this new name. This is a commemorative act with no policy changes or direct impact on citizens or programs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veteran service via naming armory after Command Sergeant Major William Gregory, aligning with recognition indicators for support stance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

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signed · Tennessee · Senate May 27, 2026

SB 1692: Licenses - As enacted, enacts the "Military Families Licensing Recognition Act." - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 58; Title 62; Title 63 and Title 68.

SB 1692, the "Military Families Licensing Recognition Act," allows Tennessee to issue occupational licenses to active or retired military members and their spouses/dependents who hold valid licenses in another state or the military. It requires applicants to confirm they held a license in good standing for at least one year, meet education/experience standards, and have no disqualifying criminal records or pending complaints. Licensing boards must issue licenses within 10 business days after verifying the applicant’s claims under penalty of perjury. The law does not override state regulations or allow out-of-state work under interstate compacts, and licenses are valid only within Tennessee.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEnables Tennessee to recognize military licenses, reducing employment barriers for veterans and spouses through streamlined licensing, directly supporting veteran workforce integration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families Tags Licensing

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 987: Aircraft and Airports - As introduced, exempts certain motor vehicles from parking fees at airports in this state if the vehicle displays a disabled veteran or military award license plate. - Amends TCA Section 12-10-109 and Title 42.

SB 987 exempts vehicles displaying specific military or disabled veteran license plates from paying airport parking fees at Tennessee airports. It directly affects owners of vehicles with qualifying plates, including those displaying Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, Disabled Veteran, or similar military recognition plates, as defined in Tennessee law. The bill requires airports (non-federal authorities) to waive parking fees for these vehicles when operated by the owner/lessee or for transporting a disabled veteran. This change applies statewide to all Tennessee airports covered under the amended sections of Title 42. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts vehicles with disabled veteran/military recognition plates from airport parking fees, providing direct benefit and recognition of service to veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Apr 20, 2026

SB 1393: Appropriations - As introduced, makes appropriations for the purpose of defraying the expenses of certain legislative enactments passed during the 2025 session of the 114th General Assembly; earmarks sufficient state funds for the purpose of funding any bill naming a highway or bridge in honor of a service member killed in action. -

This bill sets aside state funds from the Department of Transportation to cover costs when the legislature names highways or bridges in honor of service members killed in action. It directly affects the state's transportation department and the legislative process for honoring military personnel through future bills. The funding is specifically allocated for any 2025 legislative bill or resolution designating such memorials, ensuring these honors can be implemented without additional budget costs. The bill also acknowledges potential revenue losses from similar legislative actions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates existing state funds for highway/bridge memorials honoring service members, ensuring no additional budget cost and promoting fiscal responsibility through pre-funded appropriations.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates DOT funds for naming highways/bridges (transportation infrastructure) in honor of service members, directly funding a transportation-related administrative task.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates state funds to name highways/bridges in honor of service members killed in action, directly recognizing military service per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding Memorials & Recognition

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signed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 12, 2025

SJR 150: Memorials, Heroism - Tennessee Air National Guard 134th Air Refueling Wing, Distinguished Flying Cross -

SJR 150 is a ceremonial resolution honoring 11 specific members of Tennessee's 134th Air Refueling Wing (Tennessee Air National Guard) for receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross. It recognizes their actions during a combat air refueling mission supporting Operation Inherent Resolve on April 13-14, 2024, when they provided critical refueling under attack during an adversary offensive against Israel. The resolution formally commends their "exceptional aviation skills" and "devotion to duty" during this high-risk operation. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to publicly recognize the Airmen's service.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors veterans' service with Distinguished Flying Cross recognition, aligning with topic's recognition aspect per legislative resolution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

signed · Tennessee · Senate Mar 12, 2025

SJR 147: Memorials, Recognition - Troop B, 1st Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, first place, 2024 Sullivan Cup Competition -

SJR 147 is a commemorative resolution honoring Troop B, 1st Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment (Tennessee Army National Guard) for winning first place in the 2024 Sullivan Cup Competition. The resolution specifically commends the four soldiers - Staff Sergeant David Riddick, Sergeant Joshua Owen, Specialist Noah Eddings, and Specialist Seth Carter - who led their team to victory as the only National Guard unit in the competition. They defeated ten teams, including six active-duty Army units and four allied teams, in the U.S. Army's annual M1 Abrams tank crew competition. The resolution was passed by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by the Governor on March 12, 2025.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly recognizes veterans' service by honoring a National Guard unit's competition victory, aligning with topic's 'recognition' policy area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve

in committee · Tennessee · House Jan 14, 2026

HB 1404: Appropriations - As introduced, makes appropriations for the purpose of defraying the expenses of certain legislative enactments passed during the 2025 session of the 114th General Assembly; earmarks sufficient state funds for the purpose of funding any bill naming a highway or bridge in honor of a service member killed in action. -

HB 1404 sets aside state funds from the Department of Transportation to cover costs for highway or bridge memorials honoring service members killed in action, as designated by bills passed during Tennessee's 2025 legislative session. It specifically allocates money for any bill or resolution naming an interstate, U.S. highway, or state highway as a memorial route or designating a bridge on those routes for fallen service members, per existing law (TCA §54-1-133). The bill also acknowledges potential revenue loss from future bills that reduce state revenue without increasing spending. It applies to the 2024-2025 fiscal years and takes effect upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for highway/bridge memorials honoring fallen service members, directly addressing appropriations (a core budget function) by earmarking dedicated funding for a designated purpose.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates DOT funds for highway/bridge memorials honoring service members, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects per TCA §54-1-133.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransFunds memorials for fallen service members, directly recognizing veteran sacrifice per TCA §54-1-133, aligning with recognition indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding Memorials & Recognition

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