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HJR 1550

Memorials, Interns - Tania Humphrey -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Karen Camper

Commends Tania Humphrey for distinguished service as a legislative intern to Representative Karen Camper during the 2026 session.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · HJR 1550

Summary of Bill: HJR 1550 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorial resolution commending Tania Humphrey for exemplary service as a legislative intern.

Purpose and Intent

  • The purpose is to recognize and commend Tania Humphrey for her outstanding service as a legislative intern to Representative Karen Camper during the 2026 session of the One Hundred Fourteenth General Assembly.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for the contributions of Ms. Humphrey and extends best wishes for her future success.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • This bill is a memorial resolution (HJR stands for House Joint Resolution) and does not enact statutory changes, create new programs, or alter law. Its primary function is ceremonial acknowledgment.
  • The resolution explicitly commends Ms. Humphrey for:
    • Distinguished service as a legislative intern
    • Benefiting legislators and the General Assembly through diligent work
    • Performing duties with extraordinary insight and decorum
  • It notes Ms. Humphrey’s background:
    • Senior at Middle Tennessee State University
    • Major: Political Science (pre-law track) with a minor in journalism
    • Engaged in the 2026 session of the General Assembly

Who Would Be Affected

  • The immediate and direct beneficiaries are:
    • Tania Humphrey (the recipient of the commendation)
    • Representative Karen Camper (the legislator she interned for)
    • The Tennessee General Assembly, as recipients of formal recognition for exemplary service
  • The broader public is, indirectly, served by highlighting the value of legislative interns in supporting the legislative process.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and Sponsorship:
    • Introduced by Representative Camper (principal sponsor) with a co-sponsor listed
  • Action History:
    • Filed for introduction on 2026-04-21
    • Placed on the House consent calendar for 2026-04-22 (a routine step for non-controversial ceremonial resolutions)
  • Language/Formatting:
    • The final copy is to be prepared with the standard ceremonial language, omitting the clause that would identify House or Senate designation on the copied document.

Additional Context

  • This type of resolution is common to publicly acknowledge students or interns who contribute to state government operations.
  • It serves a symbolic purpose: recognizing merit, encouraging public service, and highlighting the role of interns in the legislative process.

If you’d like, I can provide a brief comparison with typical content of similar memorial resolutions or extract a concise one-paragraph summary suitable for a press release.

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

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