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SR 423

Memorials, Recognition - Arab American Heritage Month -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Becky Massey

The bill commemorates National Arab American Heritage Month in Tennessee, honoring Arab Americans’ contributions and pledging education and inclusion.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee
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Bill Summary · SR 423

Summary of Senate Resolution 423 (SR 423), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Overview

  • Bill type: Senate Resolution (honorary/recognition)
  • Sponsor: Senator Massey; Co-sponsor: Becky Massey
  • Subject: Memorializes and recognizes Arab American Heritage Month
  • Effective period/Date referenced: April 2026 as National Arab American Heritage Month
  • Current status:
    • Introduced and passed First Consideration (2026-04-15)
    • Passed Second Consideration and referred to the Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee (2026-04-16)
    • Placed on the Finance, Ways and Means Committee calendar for 2026-04-20

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors National Arab American Heritage Month and acknowledges the historical and ongoing contributions of Arab Americans to the state of Tennessee and the United States.
  • It affirms the value of Arab American culture, traditions, and entrepreneurship to American society, and it emphasizes education, mutual respect, and peaceful, diverse civic life.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Change

As a resolution, SR 423 does not enact new law or create enforceable regulatory changes. Rather, it:
- Recognizes and publicly honors Arab Americans for their contributions in fields such as medicine, law, business, education, technology, government, military service, and culture.
- Acknowledges the community’s values (family, work ethic, education, faith diversity) and their role in strengthening democracy and American society.
- Expresses a commitment to counter misconceptions and stereotypes through education and awareness.
- Declares April 2026 as National Arab American Heritage Month within the state context (inferred from the sponsor text).

Who or What Is Affected

  • Primary beneficiaries/targets: Arab American individuals and communities within Tennessee, and the broader public who may observe the designation.
  • Public communication: The resolution authorizes the drafting of an appropriate copy for presentation to recognize the observance.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: Filed for introduction on 2026-04-14.
  • First Consideration: Passed on 2026-04-15.
  • Second Consideration: Passed on 2026-04-16 and referred to the Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee.
  • Upcoming action: Scheduled consideration by the Senate Finance, Ways & Means Committee (calendar indicates 2026-04-20). As a non-binding resolution, the procedural steps are typical of chamber acknowledgments and do not require passage by the House or signature by the Governor to take effect.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution includes the standard closing language to prepare and present an appropriate copy, omitting the final clause from the copy—consistent with formal Senate resolutions.
  • The document frames a message of inclusion, education, and celebration rather than policy change or funding shifts.

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

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