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HJR 1471

Memorials, Interns - Andrea Medina -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Sparks

Formal recognition of Andrea Medina for her UT internship contributions, leadership, and academic achievements during the 2026 General Assembly session.

Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
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Bill Summary · HJR 1471

Summary of Bill: HJR 1471 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Interns - Andrea Medina

Purpose

To commend Andrea Medina for exemplary service as an intern for the University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development, recognizing her contributions to the UT System and the campus community.

What the bill does

  • This is a House Joint Resolution that formally commends and honors Andrea Medina for her internship work.
  • The resolution acknowledges Medina’s:
    • Service as an intern with the University of Tennessee Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development.
    • Academic background: student at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, pursuing a BA in Political Science, expected graduation May 2026, with a 3.63 GPA andDean’s List honors.
    • Leadership and service roles, including experience as a resident assistant in Hess Hall.
    • Prior relevant experience as a research analyst intern and undergraduate researcher.
    • Membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., highlighting commitment to scholarship, leadership, and service.
    • Professional qualities demonstrated during the 2026 General Assembly session.

Key provisions and changes

  • The bill does not create new laws, funding, or regulatory programs.
  • It is a ceremonial resolution (a memorial commending an individual) rather than substantive statutory change.
  • If enacted, it would be a formal recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly, with an appropriate copy prepared for Medina.

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Andrea Medina (the intern being honored).
  • Indirectly, it reflects positively on:
    • The University of Tennessee System and UT Knoxville campus community.
    • The UT Division of Government Relations, Advocacy, and Economic Development, which is credited with providing the internship experience.

Procedural/timeline details

  • Introduced and filed for introduction on April 15, 2026.
  • Placed on the House consent calendar for April 16, 2026.
  • House action: Engrossed and prepared for transmission to the Senate on April 16, 2026.
  • House vote: Adopted with 92 ayes, 0 nays, 0 present not voting.
  • Senate concurrence: The title indicates the Senate is concurring; the text notes the joint resolution becomes a memorial once both chambers concur.
  • Final formatting: After concurrence, an appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared, omitting the clause that references House/Senate designation.

Practical takeaway

  • HJR 1471 serves as a formal, ceremonial recognition from Tennessee’s General Assembly of Andrea Medina’s internship contributions, leadership, and academic accomplishments during the 2026 legislative session. It carries no fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or policy shifts, but elevates Medina’s achievements within the state’s legislative record.

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

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