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SJR 1183

Memorials, Death - Connie Sue Achenbach -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ken Yager

SJR 1183 memorializes Connie Sue Long Achenbach for her life of faith, public service, and family dedication, honoring her memory without policy or budget changes.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1183

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1183 (SJR 1183), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

  • SJR 1183 is a memorial resolution intended to honor and remember Connie Sue Long Achenbach of Knoxville. It recognizes her life, character, and public service, and offers condolences to her family.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution states factual biographical information about Connie Sue Long Achenbach, including:
    • Birth: December 5, 1943, in Kokomo, Indiana.
    • Family background and early life, faith upbringing, and religious commitments.
    • Education: high school graduation in Cass City, Michigan (1962); theological studies with Moody Bible Institute night classes (1967); graduates as valedictorian from Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music (1971).
    • Professional and service life: moved to Tennessee and served at Cedine Ministries Bible Camp (Spring City) and Trinity Baptist Church (Harriman); described as a public servant and devoted member of her family.
    • Family: survived by husband Bob Achenbach (married 1965), sons Jimmy and Jeff Achenbach, daughters Debra and Angela Achenbach, brother Ron Long, grandchildren Hans and Emma Keller, and other relatives and church/community members.
    • Preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brother.
  • The resolution expresses:
    • Condolences and sympathy to the family.
    • A statement that the General Assembly honors her memory, noting integrity, probity, compassion, loyalty, diligence, and dedication.
    • A formal request to prepare and present an appropriate copy of the resolution, omitting the final clause where indicated.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Connie Sue Long Achenbach’s family, friends, church and community members who knew her.
  • Legislative impact: No legal changes, appropriations, or policy changes are enacted. The resolution is ceremonial and symbolic, recognizing the individual’s life and service.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Senator Ken Yager (co-sponsor).
  • Nature: A concurrent memorial resolution, typical of state legislatures, to honor a private citizen with public service recognition.
  • Next steps: If approved by both chambers, an appropriate copy is prepared for presentation; generally, memorials are ceremonial and do not alter law or budget.

Notes

  • This is a commemorative resolution rather than substantive policy or budget legislation.
  • It provides a narrative of Connie Sue Long Achenbach’s life, emphasizing her faith, family, and service contributions in Tennessee.

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

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