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HR 292

Memorials, Recognition - Anner Echols -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jesse Chism

Tennessee honors Anner Echols for a Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her leadership, professional success, and community service.

Adopted, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0
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Bill Summary · HR 292

Summary of House Resolution 292 (HR 292), 114th General Assembly (Tennessee)

Purpose

  • HR 292 is a memorial resolution recognizing and congratulating Anner Echols for receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala in Memphis.
  • The resolution celebrates Echols’ community leadership, professional excellence, and personal character, and extends best wishes for continued success.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Official recognition by the Tennessee House of Representatives:
    • Congratulates Anner Echols on her receipt of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
    • Applauds her leadership, professional achievements, and community service.
    • Extends best wishes for her future endeavors.
  • Formal presentation:
    • As with typical memorial resolutions, an appropriate copy of the resolution is prepared for presentation to Echols, with the final “clause omitted” indicating that a standard ceremonial version is to be shared.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Anner Echols (the honoree).
  • The recognition is symbolic and ceremonial, intended to publicly acknowledge Echols’ accomplishments and contributions.
  • The bill affects all members of the Tennessee House of Representatives who participate in the adoption and signing of the resolution, and sets a precedent for recognizing local community leaders and business figures.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and referral:
    • Introduced on April 22, 2026; placed on House consent calendar for April 23, 2026.
  • Adoption:
    • Adopted on April 23, 2026, with a vote of 96 in favor, 0 against, and 0 present not voting.
  • Enactment status:
    • Signed by the Speaker on April 23, 2026.
    • Enrolled and ready for the Speaker’s signature on the same date.
  • Sponsorship:
    • Primary sponsor: Representative (Chism).
    • Co-sponsor: Representative Jesse Chism (listed as co-sponsor; note: the sponsor field shows Chism as sponsor with a co-sponsor entry).

Overall Impact

  • The resolution serves to publicly commend Anner Echols for her lifetime achievements and community service, and to honor her at a state level.
  • It has symbolic importance, reinforcing recognition of civic and professional contributions by individuals within Tennessee.
  • No fiscal implications or statutory changes are associated with this measure; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

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

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