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SJR 355

Memorials, Recognition - Anna Collins -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ken Yager

Tennessee legislature passed a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Anna Collins with no legal or budgetary effect.

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Bill Summary · SJR 355

Legislative bill overview

SJR 355 is a memorial resolution passed by the Tennessee legislature honoring Anna Collins. The bill was introduced by Senator Ken Yager and signed by the Governor on April 16, 2025. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial measures that recognize individuals, organizations, or events without creating new laws or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

While memorial resolutions have no legal force, they serve an important civic function by formally recognizing contributions or achievements deemed worthy of state-level acknowledgment. They create an official legislative record and demonstrate institutional recognition of the honoree.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill summary does not specify who Anna Collins is or why she was selected for memorial recognition, making it difficult to assess the appropriateness of the honor
  • Use of legislative time: Some argue that memorial resolutions consume legislative resources that could be directed toward substantive policy work
  • Transparency concerns: Without clear criteria for who receives memorials, there may be questions about whether recognition is granted equitably or based on political connections

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

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