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HR 286

Memorials, Recognition - Beonka Williams -

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

The bill ceremonial recognizes Beonka Williams for community leadership and professional achievement, honoring her role and selection for the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala.

Adopted, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0
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Bill Summary · HR 286

Summary of HR 286 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Recognition - Beonka Williams -

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors Beonka Williams in recognition of her contributions to the community.
  • It acknowledges her being honored at the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala in Memphis.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for her community leadership, professional expertise, and personal excellence, and extends best wishes for her future endeavors.

Key Provisions

  • Formal declaration by the Tennessee House of Representatives congratulating Beonka Williams.
  • Recognition of her selection for the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala, which highlights accomplished and influential business leaders, trailblazers, and notable figures from various industries.
  • The resolution commends Williams for community leadership, professional achievement, and service.
  • A ceremonial provision that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation (with the final clause specifying that the copy omit the statement about the final clause).

Who/What is Affected

  • Beonka Williams: specifically recognized and honored by the Tennessee House.
  • The recognition is ceremonial, affecting the House's official records and public acknowledgment.
  • The broader community context includes recipients of the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala in Memphis, as contextual backdrop.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced and placed on the House consent calendar for April 23, 2026.
  • Passed the House with unanimous approval: 96 Ayes, 0 Nays, 0 Present, Not Voting (PNV); adopted on April 23, 2026.
  • Enrolled and signed by the Speaker on April 23, 2026; sponsor listed as Co-sponsor Jesse Chism.
  • The resolution is a non-binding, ceremonial acknowledgement rather than substantive legislative change.

Notes

  • This is a memorial resolution, which serves to publicly recognize and commend an individual without imposing new duties, regulatory changes, or fiscal impacts.
  • The act is purely symbolic and symbolic acknowledgments like this are common to honor notable local figures and community leaders.

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

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