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SJR 1162

Memorials, Public Service - Josh Rogers -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Adam Lowe

SJR 1162 honors Josh Rogers for his public service on the Bradley County Commission, recognizing his integrity, leadership, community engagement, and retirement.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1162

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1162 (SJR 1162) – Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Overview

  • Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution
  • Sponsor: Senator Lowe (Co-sponsor: Adam Lowe)
  • Status: Filed for introduction on April 16, 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Subject: Memorials, Public Service

SJR 1162 is a memorial resolution recognizing and commending Josh Rogers for his service as a member of the Bradley County Commission.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose of SJR 1162 is to publicly honor Josh Rogers for his “honorable and astute service” as a member of the Bradley County Commission since September 1, 2022.
  • The resolution seeks to acknowledge Rogers’ integrity, public service, approachability, cooperative spirit, and community engagement.
  • The resolution notes his retirement from the Bradley County Commission and expresses appreciation and best wishes for his future endeavors.
  • It frames the recognition as fitting within Tennessee’s tradition of honoring dedicated public servants.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Change

  • Commendation: Official commendation of Josh Rogers for his service on the Bradley County Commission (District 7).
  • Character and Service Praises: Descriptions of Rogers’:
    • Integrity and probity
    • Distinction and devotion to public service
    • Approachability and cooperative relationships with colleagues and constituents
    • Community engagement, including education of children about friendliness
    • Positive demeanor and cooperative nature
  • Retirement Acknowledgment: Explicit reference to his retirement from the commission.
  • Resolution Language: Provides formal language for honoring Rogers, to be presented in an appropriate copy upon request.
  • Clerks’ Language Note: A standard final clause indicating that the copy presented should omit the final clause from the public version and appear without House/Senate designation (typical formatting for memorials).

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Individual Honoree: Josh Rogers (former Bradley County Commissioner, District 7).
  • Public Recognition: The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Tennessee General Assembly.
  • Local Governance Community: Reflects positively on Bradley County and may be cited in briefing materials or local commemorations.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced/Filed: April 16, 2026.
  • Next Steps: As a memorial resolution, it would proceed through the standard legislative process for resolutions, typically requiring passage by both chambers (Senate and House) and then presentation to the honoree or their family.
  • Effective Date: Resolutions generally take effect upon enactment of the memorial; there is no substantive policy impact or budgetary effect beyond ceremonial recognition.

Observations

  • The bill is non-substantive in policy terms and serves a commemorative purpose, highlighting personal service and community involvement rather than creating new laws or expenditures.
  • The language emphasizes personal virtues and contributions to local governance and youth education.

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