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HJR 1423

Memorials, Personal Occasion - Robbie Ford, 100th birthday -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Honors Robbie Ford on turning 100, recognizing her life and community contributions with a ceremonial public tribute.

Adopted, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
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Bill Summary · HJR 1423

Summary of Bill: HJR 1423 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Personal Occasion - Robbie Ford, 100th birthday

Primary Purpose

To honor and congratulate Robbie Ford on the celebration of her 100th birthday. The resolution expresses appreciation for her life and contributions and extends best wishes for future happiness.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares the Tennessee General Assembly’s respect and congratulations to Robbie Ford on turning 100.
  • Describes Mrs. Ford as having lived an “amazing life” and as a beloved member of her community who exemplifies faith, integrity, and enthusiasm.
  • Names Robbie Ford’s immediate family (children: Richard Ford and Jo Linda Ford Dixon) in acknowledging her as part of a family unit.
  • The resolution explicitly states the intention to recognize a citizen for a personal milestone rather than for legislative or policy action.
  • Provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a minor drafting provision: the copy’s language following the State seal should appear without exhibiting House or Senate designation when presented.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Robbie Ford: Primary beneficiary of the recognition and tribute.
  • Robbie Ford’s family and community: Acknowledged through the public memorial.
  • Tennessee General Assembly: Passes a commemorative joint resolution reflecting a ceremonial acknowledgment of a personal milestone.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Kelly Keisling.
  • Action History:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on 2026-04-14.
    • Placed on the House consent calendar for 2026-04-15.
    • Engrossed and prepared for transmission to the Senate on 2026-04-15.
    • House approved the resolution (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2) on 2026-04-15.
  • Next steps: Transmission to the Senate for consideration and potential concurrence; typically, concurring resolutions become ceremonial expressions of tribute if approved by both chambers.

Remarks

  • This is a ceremonial/recognition measure common in state legislatures to honor notable local residents on significant birthdays or other milestones.
  • No fiscal impact or policy changes are associated with this type of joint resolution. It serves as a formal expression of appreciation and good wishes.

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

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