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SJR 1257

Memorials, Personal Occasion - John Patrick Hallet and Susan Marie Hallet, 45th wedding anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

Ceremonial recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly honors John Patrick and Susan Hallett for their 45-year marriage and community contributions.

Re-refer to Senate Calendar Committee
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Bill Summary · SJR 1257

Summary of Bill: SJR 1257 (Tennessee) – Memorials, Personal Occasion – John Patrick Hallett and Susan Marie Hallett, 45th Wedding Anniversary

Basic overview

  • Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Raumesh Akbari (co-sponsor)
  • Session: 114
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Title: Memorials, Personal Occasion - John Patrick Hallett and Susan Marie Hallett, 45th wedding anniversary
  • Purpose: To congratulate and honor John Patrick Hallett and Susan Marie Hallett on the occasion of their forty-fifth wedding anniversary.

What the bill does (Key provisions)

  • Provides formal recognition by both chambers of the Tennessee General Assembly (Senate and House of Representatives) honoring:
    • John Patrick Hallett
    • Susan Marie Hallett
    • Their forty-five-year marriage, beginning September 11, 1981, in Assumption, Ohio
  • The resolution describes the Halletts’ backgrounds, personal histories, and community involvement, highlighting:
    • John Patrick Hallett’s background in agricultural sales (notably with AGCO Corp) and contributions to local soccer via coaching and founding a girls’ soccer team
    • Susan Marie Hallett’s work as an artist and muralist, involvement in Christmas ornament and brick art, and service as prom helper and junior class advisor at her daughters’ high school
    • Their family: four daughters and seven grandchildren
    • Their faith and community ties (members of Saint Casper’s Catholic Church)
  • The resolution includes customary formal language expressing admiration for long-lasting marriages as exemplars for current and future generations.
  • Administrative/formatting details:
    • If a copy is prepared for presentation, the final clause about omitting the House/Senate designation language is noted for formatting consistency.

Who/what is affected

  • Recognition is symbolic and ceremonial; no changes to law, budgets, or state programs.
  • Primary effect: public acknowledgment by the Tennessee General Assembly of the Halletts’ 45-year marriage and service to their family and community.
  • Beneficiaries: John Patrick Hallett and Susan Marie Hallett, their family, and the general public who may view the resolution as a tribute to enduring marriage and civic involvement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Filing and introduction: The resolution was introduced and filed for introduction on April 21, 2026.
  • First consideration: Passed on First Consideration (April 22, 2026).
  • Consent calendar: Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for April 23, 2026.
  • Status: Re-referred to Senate Calendar Committee on April 23, 2026 (implies ongoing consideration or awaiting final disposition by calendar committee).
  • This is a memorial resolution, which requires passage by both chambers but does not carry the force of law or allocate funds.

Notable details

  • The bill provides biographical context and personal anecdotes intended to humanize and celebrate the couple.
  • The language emphasizes traditional family values and community engagement as positive exemplars.

Bottom line

SJR 1257 is a ceremonial measure recognizing and congratulating John Patrick Hallett and Susan Marie Hallett on their 45th wedding anniversary, highlighting their personal histories, family, faith, and community contributions. It status-tracks through standard Senate procedural steps and is primarily a symbolic tribute without fiscal or regulatory impact.

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

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