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HJR 968

Memorials, Death - Troy Wayne Poteete -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Greg Vital

Tennessee House passes ceremonial memorial resolution honoring the life and memory of Troy Wayne Poteete with no fiscal or regulatory impact.

Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 2/23/2026
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Bill Summary · HJR 968

Legislative bill overview

HJR 968 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee House of Representatives honoring Troy Wayne Poteete following his death. The bill serves as an official legislative acknowledgment and tribute to the deceased individual.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions are ceremonial legislative acts that formally recognize significant individuals and allow legislative bodies to place official statements in the historical record. While non-binding and without fiscal impact, they represent institutional recognition of a person's life and contributions.

Potential points of contention

  • Memorial resolutions raise minimal substantive policy debate, as they are ceremonial in nature with no budgetary or regulatory consequences
  • Without additional context about Troy Wayne Poteete's background or significance, the basis for legislative commemoration cannot be assessed
  • Some view memorial resolutions as appropriate legislative functions while others consider them ceremonial procedures that consume legislative time

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

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