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SJR 1272

Memorials, Interns - Mitchell McCook -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

SJR 1272 officially commends Mitchell McCook for outstanding service as a legislative intern to Senator Kerry Roberts during the 2026 Tennessee General Assembly.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1272

Summary of Bill: Senate Joint Resolution 1272 (SJR 1272)

Session / Jurisdiction

  • Tennessee, 114th General Assembly
  • Senate Joint Resolution 1272 (SJR 1272)
  • Sponsor: Senator Kerry Roberts (also co-sponsored)

Purpose

  • To commend Mitchell McCook for exemplary service as a legislative intern for Senator Kerry Roberts during the 2026 session of the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • The resolution recognizes McCook’s contributions and expresses best wishes for his future success.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Effects

  • Formal recognition: The bill states that Mitchell McCook “surpassed all criteria that define a devoted and conscientious legislative intern,” and acknowledges his duties, insight, and decorum.
  • Commendation language: The resolution contains ceremonial language praising McCook’s service to the senator, the legislators, and the General Assembly.
  • Copy of resolution: An appropriate copy of the resolution is to be prepared for presentation to McCook, omitting the final clause from the copy itself. The copy would reflect the formal commendation once transmitted.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Mitchell McCook (the legislative intern)
  • Governmental body: Tennessee General Assembly (Senate and House), specifically the office of Senator Kerry Roberts
  • Recipients: The resolution itself serves as a ceremonial record within the state legislature

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

  • History of action:
    • April 23, 2026: The resolution was introduced and filed for consideration.
    • April 23, 2026: Engrossed and ready for transmission to the House; placed on Senate consent calendar; adopted by the Senate (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
    • April 23, 2026: Concurred by House (Ayes 89, Nays 0, PNV 0).
  • Status: The resolution has completed its legislative passage within both chambers and is prepared for transmission to be presented to McCook.

Notes on Style and Scope

  • This is a commemorative, non-substantive measure typical of legislative honors. It does not create or alter law, nor does it allocate funds or impose obligations beyond ceremonial recognition.
  • The primary audience includes the honoree, his associates, and the public record documenting the 2026 session’s acknowledgments.

Bottom Line

SJR 1272 officially commends Mitchell McCook for outstanding service as a legislative intern to Senator Kerry Roberts during the 2026 Tennessee General Assembly and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors. The measure has passed both chambers and is prepared for presentation to the honoree.

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

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