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SJR 172

Memorials, Death - Ann B. Lee -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

A ceremonial Tennessee memorial (SJR 172) honors Ann B. Lee for community service and family values, expresses sympathy, and carries no fiscal impact or legal changes.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 172

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 172 (SJR 172) – Memorial for Ann B. Lee

Overview

SJR 172 is a Tennessee Senate Joint Resolution designed to memorialize and honor the life of Ann B. Lee of Franklin. As a ceremonial, non-binding joint resolution, it expresses the General Assembly’s respect, sympathy for her family, and recognition of her community and public service. The bill was introduced on February 24, 2025 and was signed into law by the Governor on March 13, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • To honor the memory and exemplary life of Ann B. Lee, highlighting her character, community involvement, and family values.
  • To acknowledge her contributions to Williamson County and the broader community through public service, education, agriculture, and faith-based activities.
  • To convey the General Assembly’s condolences to her family.

Key Provisions

  • A formal statement praising Ann Lee’s integrity, probity, compassion, loyalty, and public-spirited life.
  • Acknowledgment of her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother, and community volunteer, including:
    • Substitute teacher, PTA officer, Girl Scout leader, and 4-H volunteer
    • Manager of the Triple L Ranch financial operations and active involvement at the ranch’s farmers market
    • Longtime member of Woodmont Christian Church and later Fernvale Community Church
  • Recitation of her biographical details, including birth in Memphis (July 10, 1933), education, marriage to Wallace Lee, and life on the Triple L Ranch.
  • Expressions of sympathy to her family and a directive to prepare an appropriate copy of the resolution for presentation.
  • Note that the language following the State seal may appear without House or Senate designation when finalized in copy form.

Affected Parties

  • Ann B. Lee’s immediate family and descendants
  • The Williamson County community and Franklin residents who benefited from her service
  • Members of the Tennessee General Assembly and state government as the externals of ceremonial recognition

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 24, 2025
  • Senate actions culminated in consent and passage in early March 2025 (e.g., March 3 Second Consideration, March 6 engrossed, March 10 sponsor actions and concurrence, March 11–12 passage in both chambers)
  • Governor’s action: Signed on March 13, 2025 (status: Signed by Governor)
  • Nature of action: Ceremonial memorial; no fiscal impact or regulatory changes

Impact and Practical Effect

  • The bill formalizes a statewide expression of respect and sympathy for Ann B. Lee and acknowledges her contributions to her family and community.
  • It does not impose new duties, authorize expenditures, or alter legal rights or government programs.
  • Serves as a symbolic record of the state’s recognition and remembrance.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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