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SR 345

Memorials, Death - Jeffery Alan Hartline -

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

Tennessee legislature honors the memory of Jeffery Alan Hartline through ceremonial memorial resolution with no legal or financial effect.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
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Bill Summary · SR 345

Legislative bill overview

SR 345 is a memorial resolution honoring the life and memory of Jeffery Alan Hartline in Tennessee. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial legislative measures that formally recognize individuals, typically following their death, and are entered into the official legislative record.

Why is this important

While memorial resolutions have no legal force or budgetary impact, they serve as official state recognition of a person's life and contributions. They can provide closure for families and communities and create a permanent record in legislative archives acknowledging the individual's significance.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without details about Jeffery Alan Hartline's background, it's unclear what specific accomplishments or service warranted state recognition
  • Resource allocation: Some view memorial resolutions as ceremonial uses of legislative time that could be spent on substantive policy matters
  • Equity concerns: Questions may arise about selection criteria for who receives state memorial recognition versus others who pass away without such honors

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

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