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SJR 125

Memorials, Death - Barbara Joyce Hedrick -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jessie Seal

A ceremonial resolution memorializes Barbara Hedrick, lauds 25 years at Howmet and public service, notes church and family values, and sends condolences to her family.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 125

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 125 (SJR 125) — Memorials, Death — Barbara Joyce Hedrick

Overview

  • Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution (ceremonial/memorial)
  • Subject: Death, Memorials
  • Introduced: February 10, 2025
  • Sponsor: Senator Seal
  • Status: Signed by Governor (final action: March 4, 2025)
  • Context: The resolution honors the memory and legacy of Barbara Joyce Hedrick of Jefferson City, recognizing her character, public service, and family contributions.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly commemorate the life of Barbara Joyce Hedrick.
  • To acknowledge her public service, professional career, church involvement, and dedication to family.
  • To convey sympathy and condolences to her family.
  • To provide for an official copy of the resolution to be presented to the Hedrick family, with standard language formatting as specified.

Key Provisions and Language (substantive content)

  • The resolution states that the General Assembly was saddened by Hedrick’s passing and notes her roles as:
    • A devoted public servant and professional who contributed to the quality of life of her fellow citizens.
    • An employee at Howmet for 25 years, earning respect for the quality of her work.
    • A member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, with faithful service to the congregation.
    • A family person who valued traditional family values.
  • It lists Hedrick’s immediate family (husband James Eddie Hedrick; daughters Tammy Kearney, Tracey Hedrick, Kim Kesterson; grandchildren; sisters; a special caregiver) and notes her parents and siblings who preceded her in death.
  • The resolution emphasizes Hedrick’s legacy of integrity, loyalty, and diligence.
  • Formal: “Be It Resolved” clauses express remembrance, sympathy, and request for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation (with a minor drafting clause regarding formatting).

Affected Parties

  • Barbara Joyce Hedrick’s family and local community.
  • The general public and members of the Tennessee General Assembly, as it serves as a ceremonial recognition of a resident and public servant.
  • No new laws, duties, or fiscal obligations result from this resolution.

Procedural/Timelines

  • February 10, 2025: Introduced.
  • February 12–20, 2025: Progressed through first and second considerations; placed on consent calendar; adopted in committee and chamber as indicated by actions.
  • February 24–28, 2025: Enrolled, transmitted to Governor for action, and signed by legislative leaders.
  • March 4, 2025: Signed by Governor (final action).

Practical Implications

  • Purely ceremonial and symbolic; no changes to statutes or regulatory requirements.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the legislature’s respect and condolences to Hedrick’s family and community.

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

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