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SJR 412

Memorials, Interns - Connor Shaw -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Crowe

Ceremonial memorial commends Belmont student Connor Shaw for exemplary service as Senator Crowe's legislative intern in 2025, with best wishes for his future success.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 412

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 412 (SJR 412)

Quick Facts

  • Bill Number: SJR 412
  • Title: Memorials, Interns – Connor Shaw
  • Status: Signed by Governor (Executive action completed)
  • Introduced: April 7, 2025
  • Classification: Joint Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Crowe
  • Subject: Memorials; recognition of legislative interns
  • Key individual recognized: Connor Shaw (Belmont University student), intern for Senator Rusty Crowe
  • Effective date: Not applicable (recognition resolution; practical effect upon signing)

Purpose and Intent

SJR 412 is a memorial resolution recognizing and commending Connor Shaw for exemplary service as a legislative intern to Senator Rusty Crowe during the 2025 session of the One Hundred Fourteenth General Assembly. The resolution praises Shaw’s contributions to the legislative process and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors. It reflects the standard practice of the Tennessee General Assembly to acknowledge outstanding interns who contribute to the governance process.

Key Provisions and Language

  • Formal commendation: The resolution states that Connor Shaw has “distinguished himself” as a legislative intern and that his work produced “innumerable benefits” for the legislators and the General Assembly.
  • Personal and academic background: Shaw is identified as a Belmont University student, noted for his academic success and extracurricular involvement.
  • Session context: Shaw’s service is tied to the 2025 session of the 114th General Assembly.
  • Specific commendation language: The resolution includes a formal statement of commendation for “outstanding service” as a legislative intern for Senator Crowe, and it extends best wishes for future success.
  • Copy and presentation: The resolution provides for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation, with a minor drafting note about omitting the final clause from the copy in certain ceremonial contexts.

Who is Affected

  • Primary honoree: Connor Shaw (Belmont University student; legislative intern)
  • Recipient and parties: Senator Rusty Crowe and the Tennessee General Assembly
  • No statutory changes or fiscal obligations; the measure is ceremonial in nature

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • 2025-04-07: Filed for introduction
  • 2025-04-09: Introduced and passed on first consideration
  • 2025-04-10: Passed second consideration; referred to Senate Calendar Committee
  • 2025-04-11: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 4/14/2025
  • 2025-04-14: Engrossed; adopted (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
  • 2025-04-16: Concurred (Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0)
  • 2025-04-24: Enrolled and ready for signatures; signed by Senate Speaker and House Speaker
  • 2025-04-25: Transmitted to Governor for action
  • 2025-05-02: Signed by Governor

Impact and Significance

  • The bill has no fiscal impact or policy change; it is a ceremonial commendation.
  • It highlights the General Assembly’s practice of recognizing capable interns who contribute to legislative work.
  • Such memorials may bolster professional recognition for interns and acknowledge the value of experiential learning in state government.

Sponsor and Context

  • Sponsor: Senator Rusty Crowe (through SJR 412)
  • Context: Honorific resolution reflecting appreciation for intern contributions during the 2025 session, consistent with similar commemorations for legislative interns.

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

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