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SJR 403

Memorials, Death - David Roy Baldwin -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Pody

Tennessee legislature passed a ceremonial resolution honoring the memory of David Roy Baldwin through official state recognition.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 403

Legislative bill overview

SJR 403 is a memorial resolution in Tennessee honoring David Roy Baldwin upon his death. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that recognize and pay tribute to deceased individuals who have made contributions to their communities or the state. This particular resolution was sponsored by Representative Mark Pody and unanimously advanced through both chambers before being signed by the Governor.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official public recognition of individuals' lives and legacies. While primarily ceremonial, they become part of the state legislative record and may be entered into official archives, providing formal acknowledgment of a person's significance to Tennessee. These measures allow the legislature to collectively honor citizens and preserve their memory in state records.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill text itself is not provided, making it unclear who David Roy Baldwin was or why he warranted a legislative memorial
  • Resource allocation: Some argue that legislative time, however minimal, spent on individual memorials could be directed toward substantive policy matters
  • Selection criteria: Questions may arise about which deceased individuals receive memorials versus those who do not, and whether the process is equitable or based on political connections

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

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