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SJR 953

Memorials, Interns - Lillian Rose -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Tom Hatcher

Tennessee legislature passes ceremonial resolution honoring Lillian Rose; carries no financial or legal obligations.

SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 4/2/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 953

Legislative bill overview

SJR 953 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee legislature honoring Lillian Rose and commemorating her contributions or service. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that recognize individuals, organizations, or events of significance to the state without creating binding law or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official state recognition and are entered into the legislative record. While non-binding, they acknowledge achievements or service that legislators deem worthy of public commemoration and can provide historical documentation of individuals recognized during a legislative session.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill's specific details about Lillian Rose and the basis for commemoration are not provided in available records, making substantive analysis difficult
  • Memorial purpose unclear: Without knowing whether this honors a constituent, state employee, community leader, or other figure, the significance and appropriateness cannot be fully assessed
  • Time allocation: Some critics argue that legislative time spent on memorials could be devoted to substantive policy matters

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

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