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HJR 659

Memorials, Interns - Adalea "Addie" Davis -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Memorial joint resolution honors Adalea 'Addie' Davis for outstanding UT internship advancing Tennessee literacy policy ceremonial recognition, no law changes, boosts her prospects.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 659

Summary of House Joint Resolution 659 (HJR 659)

Purpose and intent

HJR 659 is a memorial joint resolution recognizing and commending Adalea "Addie" Davis for exemplary service as an intern with the University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development during the 2025 session of the 114th General Assembly. The resolution expresses appreciation for her contributions to the university system and the state’s literacy policy and education advocacy efforts, and it conveys best wishes for her future success.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal commendation: The General Assembly recognizes Addie Davis for outstanding service as an intern in UT’s government relations division and for the benefits her work provided to the UT System and the broader campus community.
  • Biographical summary (as presented in the bill): Davis is a Scott County native and a UT Knoxville student pursuing a Bachelor of Science Honors degree in Early Childhood Education with a 4.0 GPA, participating in programs such as the Chancellor’s Honors Program, Baker Scholar, UT Government Affairs Committee, and the UT Literacy Specialist Program.
  • Academic and professional achievements noted: Davis’s work is highlighted as advancing literacy policy initiatives and contributing to education advocacy within Tennessee.
  • Form and presentation: The resolution states that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation, and it specifies that the language following the State seal appear without House or Senate designation in the final copy.
  • Non-policy instrument: As a memorial joint resolution, the bill does not create or amend law or impose new duties; its effect is ceremonial recognition by the Legislature.

Affected entities and potential impact

  • Primary subject: Adalea "Addie" Davis.
  • Beneficiaries/affected groups: University of Tennessee System, UT Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development; UT students and literacy policy initiatives in Tennessee.
  • Broader impact: Public recognition by the General Assembly may bolster Davis’s academic and professional prospects (including her noted acceptance into the University of Michigan on a full-ride scholarship) and highlight UT’s engagement in literacy policy and education advocacy.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: April 15, 2025 (Sponsor: Keisling).
  • House actions: Introductory filing (4/15/2025); placed on House consent calendar (4/16/2025); adopted (4/16/2025); transmitted to the Senate (4/16/2025); concurrence by House (4/21/2025).
  • Senate actions: Received from House (4/17/2025); referred to Senate Calendar Committee (4/17/2025); placed on Senate Consent Calendar (4/21/2025); concurred (4/21/2025); enrolled; enrolled and ready for signature (4/24/2025); House Speaker signed (4/24/2025); Senate Speaker signed (4/25/2025); transmitted to Governor (4/28/2025).
  • Governor’s action: Signed by Governor on May 5, 2025.
  • Status: Signed into law as a memorial joint resolution.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Rep. Keisling.

Note: This summary focuses on the substantive content and procedural trajectory of HJR 659, which serves a ceremonial purpose—formally recognizing Addie Davis’s contributions rather than altering statutory law or policy.

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

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