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HJR 225

Memorials, Personal Occasion - Andrew Pollard, 80th birthday -

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

Ceremonial resolution honors Andrew Pollard on his 80th birthday, recognizing his A&R Barbeque leadership, faith service, and family impact; no policy change; governor signed.

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Bill Summary · HJR 225

Summary: House Joint Resolution 225 (HJR 225)

Overview

  • Bill type: Joint resolution recognizing a personal milestone (memorial/personal occasion).
  • Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion - Andrew Pollard, 80th birthday
  • Sponsor: Camper
  • Introduced: February 13, 2025
  • Status: Sponsor(s) added; later actions indicate passage through both chambers and signature by the Governor
  • Subject: Memorials, Personal Occasion

Purpose and Intent

HJR 225 is a ceremonial resolution to honor and congratulate Andrew Pollard on the celebration of his eightieth birthday. The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s respect and best wishes for Pollard and acknowledges his contributions to his family, faith community, and local business.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Proclamation: The General Assembly “honor and congratulate” Andrew Pollard on turning 80, recognizing February 22, 2025 as a milestone birthday.
  • Biographical summary: Pollard’s background includes:
    • Born in Memphis on February 22, 1945; third child of Lonzo and Ora Lee Pollard; Carver High School graduate.
    • Family: wife Rose Pollard; children Lashun Pollard-Turner, Latrice Pollard-Anthony, Brian Keith Pollard; grandchildren and great-grandchildren listed.
    • Professional achievement: Founder and president of A&R Barbeque (founded 1983) with two Memphis/Midsouth locations.
    • Faith: Elder Emeritus at New Direction Christian for 23 years.
  • Ceremonial language: The resolution states Pollard’s ongoing impact and describes him as a “blessing” to those who know him.
  • Copy for presentation: The resolution calls for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation, with specific formatting notes (omitting certain designations after the seal).

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Andrew Pollard and his immediate family.
  • Community: Tennessee residents who recognize Pollard’s local business and faith leadership.
  • There are no changes to statutes or state policy; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-02-13: Introduced and placed on House consent calendar.
  • 2025-02-20: Engrossed and adopted in the House (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 1).
  • 2025-02-20 to 02-27: Transmitted to the Senate; placed on Senate consent calendar.
  • 2025-02-27: Concurred in the Senate (Ayes 32, Nays 0).
  • 2025-02-28: Signed by Senate Speaker and House Speaker; enrolled; ready for signature.
  • 2025-03-05 to 2025-03-12: Transmitted to Governor; Governor signed on 2025-03-12.
  • 2025-03-13: Sponsor(s) added (administrative/clerical step in the record).

Fiscal and Policy Impact

  • No fiscal impact or policy change is anticipated. As a memorial/joint resolution, its effect is ceremonial, acknowledging Andrew Pollard’s biography and birthday rather than creating or modifying laws or appropriations.

Bottom Line

HJR 225 serves as a formal, ceremonial tribute by the Tennessee General Assembly to Andrew Pollard on his eightieth birthday, highlighting his entrepreneurship (A&R Barbeque), faith leadership, and family. The resolution completed standard ceremonial proceedings and received gubernatorial assent.

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

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