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HJR 1133

Memorials, Death - Edgar "Ed" Joines Cochran -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by William Lamberth

Tennessee House memorial resolution honoring the life of Edgar "Ed" Joines Cochran following his death, with no policy or budgetary impact.

Transmitted to Governor for his action.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1133

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1133 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee House of Representatives honoring Edgar "Ed" Joines Cochran following his death. The bill was engrossed and prepared for transmission to the Senate after adoption in the House on March 16, 2026.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official legislative tributes recognizing individuals' contributions to their communities or the state. While ceremonial in nature, they provide formal public acknowledgment of a person's legacy and are recorded in state legislative history.

Potential points of contention

  • Memorial resolutions are non-controversial procedural matters with no substantive policy impact, funding implications, or practical legislative effect
  • These bills consume legislative time and resources that some argue could be directed toward substantive policymaking
  • No contentious issues are typically associated with memorial resolutions unless they involve disputed historical figures or controversial individuals

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

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