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SJR 473

Memorials, Personal Occasion - Eleni McKinley Halkias, birth -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Ceremonial memorial recognizing the birth of Eleni McKinley Halkias; non-binding resolution with no fiscal impact, signed May 5, 2025.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 473

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 473 (SJR 473)

Overview

  • Bill Type: Joint Resolution (ceremonial/ memorial)
  • Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion – Eleni McKinley Halkias, birth
  • Sponsor: Senator Shane Reeves
  • Status: Signed by the Governor
  • Introduced: April 17, 2025
  • Chamber Progression: Introduced → adopted in Senate; transmitted to House and concurred → enrolled and prepared for signatures → signed by Senate Speaker and House Speaker → transmitted to Governor → signed May 5, 2025
  • 117/114th General Assembly: The joint resolution is a ceremonial acknowledgment within the 114th General Assembly as part of memorial and congratulatory resolutions commonly used for personal occasions.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose is to celebrate and formally recognize the birth of Eleni McKinley Halkias.
  • The resoluton highlights pride in newborn citizens and extends best wishes to Eleni and the Halkias family.
  • It explicitly notes that Hannah Halkias is a legislative assistant for Senator Reeves, underscoring a personal connection to the General Assembly.
  • The measure aims to publicly acknowledge and celebrate a joyful milestone in the Halkias family and community.

Key Provisions

  • Ceremonial Language: The resolution states that the Senate (and House, by concurrence) celebrates the arrival of Eleni McKinley Halkias and wishes the family well.
  • Presentation Copy: The resolution authorizes that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation, with a final clause omitted from such copy as specified.
  • Non-Binding Effect: As a memorial/joint resolution, it does not create or modify law, impose duties, or authorize spending. It serves only as ceremonial recognition.
  • Reference to Individual: Explicit mention of Eleni’s birth and the Halkias family, including Hannah Halkias’s role in the General Assembly.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Immediate: Eleni McKinley Halkias (the newborn) and her parents, particularly Hannah Halkias.
  • Extended: The Halkias family and the local community, as well as the General Assembly’s staff and members who participate in ceremonial recognitions.
  • Legislative Body: Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives (through concurrence and presentation of a copy).

Procedural/Timeline Highlights

  • April 17, 2025: Filed for introduction; placed on Senate consent calendar.
  • April 21–22, 2025: Passed in the Senate (and moved to House) with favorable votes; engrossed and ready for transmission; sponsor additions and concurrence actions recorded.
  • April 24–25, 2025: Enrolled status; signed by Senate Speaker and House Speaker; transmitted to the Governor.
  • May 5, 2025: Signed by the Governor, finalizing the act.

Impact

  • The bill has ceremonial significance, recognizing a private family milestone and underscoring the personal ties within the General Assembly.
  • Fiscal impact: None anticipated; ceremonial resolutions generally do not affect appropriations or statutory policy.

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

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