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HJR 549

Memorials, Interns - Audrey Fairman -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Yusuf Hakeem

Ceremonial resolution commends Audrey Fairman for exemplary service as a legislative intern; recognizes her contributions with no policy, fiscal, or regulatory effect.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 549

Summary: House Joint Resolution 549 (HJR 549)

Purpose and intent

  • HJR 549 is a ceremonial joint resolution intended to commend Audrey Fairman for exemplary service as a legislative intern to Representative Yusuf Hakeem during the 2025 session of the One Hundred Fourteenth Tennessee General Assembly.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for her contributions to the legislators she assisted and to the General Assembly, and extends best wishes for her future success.

Key provisions

  • The resolution states, in essence, that Audrey Fairman has “distinguished herself” in her role as a legislative intern and has performed duties with “extraordinary insight and rare decorum.”
  • It designates that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a customary clause detailing formatting and presentation.
  • The operative action is the commendation itself; there are no policy changes, allocations of funds, or regulatory provisions.

Who is affected

  • Audrey Fairman: the primary honoree, a student at Freed-Hardeman University majoring in law and politics.
  • Representative Yusuf Hakeem: the legislator for whom Fairman interned.
  • The Tennessee General Assembly (House and Senate): the entity issuing the ceremonial commendation.
  • The broader public and institutions associated with the General Assembly, including Freed-Hardeman University, which is named in the biographical description.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 1, 2025
  • House actions:
    • April 3, 2025: Intro, placed on House consent calendar
    • April 7, 2025: Adopted by the House (Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0)
    • April 8, 2025: Engrossed; ready for transmission to the Senate
    • April 9, 2025: Received from House; referred to Senate Calendar Committee
    • April 11, 2025: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for April 14, 2025
  • Senate actions:
    • April 14, 2025: Concurred (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
    • April 15, 2025: Enrolled; ready for signature of the Speaker of the House
    • April 15, 2025: Signed by the House Speaker
    • April 16, 2025: Signed by the Senate Speaker
  • Final steps:
    • April 21, 2025: Transmitted to the Governor for action
    • April 24, 2025: Signed by the Governor
  • Effective impact: As a ceremonial memorial resolution, the bill does not create policy changes, new programs, or fiscal obligations; it serves as formal recognition of Fairman’s service.

Background and context

  • The resolution reflects a common legislative practice of recognizing and commemorating individuals who have contributed notably to the legislative process, in this case, a legislative intern’s exemplary service during the 2025 session.
  • The document situates Fairman within the 2025 session of the One Hundred Fourteenth General Assembly and highlights her academic affiliation and field of study.

Overall impact

  • The bill formalizes recognition of Audrey Fairman’s internship experience and contributions.
  • It reinforces the value placed on diligent legislative interns and may serve as a positive milestone in Fairman’s academic and professional trajectory.

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

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