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SJR 1111

Memorials, Recognition - Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District, 25th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Steve Southerland

The bill memorializes and publicly commends the Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District for 25 years of services (forensic interviews, therapy, and family advocacy) acro

Adopted, Ayes 27, Nays 0
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Bill Summary · SJR 1111

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 1111 (SJR 1111) — Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Overview

  • Type: Memorial resolution
  • Jurisdiction: Tennessee
  • Sponsor: Senator Steve Southerland (co-sponsor)
  • Session: 114th
  • Subject: Memorializing and recognizing the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) of the 3rd Judicial District on its 25th anniversary

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formalizes official recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly of the Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District for its 25th anniversary in 2025.
  • It honors the CAC’s mission to improve the safety, well-being, and healing of children who have experienced abuse or neglect within Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, and Hawkins counties.
  • It acknowledges the CAC’s collaborative approach to supporting children and families during active investigations, through forensic interviews, therapy, and family advocacy services.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Impact

  • Recognition of Service: Commends the CAC for 25 years of service in providing a safe, welcoming environment for child victims and their families.
  • Mission Description: Highlights core activities:
    • Forensic interviews designed to be sensitive to the child’s well-being
    • Therapy and mental health services to aid healing from trauma
    • Family advocacy to guide and support parents and caregivers
    • Services provided during active child abuse investigations to protect the child’s safety
  • Geographic Scope: Specifically notes service in the 3rd Judicial District communities: Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, and Hawkins counties; CAC is located in Mosheim.
  • Non-Binding Nature: As a memorial resolution, the document expresses appreciation and gratitude but does not impose new legal requirements or funding mandates.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Children and families in the CAC’s four-county service area who are involved in child abuse investigations or seeking therapeutic and advocacy support.
  • CAC Organization: Recognition publicly elevates the center’s status and acknowledges ongoing contributions of its administration and staff.
  • Legislative Audience: Tennessee General Assembly members who endorse and support memorial resolutions recognizing notable public service institutions.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Adoption Timeline:
    • Introduced and considered on First Consideration (April 9, 2026)
    • Passed on Second Consideration and referred to Senate Calendar Committee (April 14, 2026)
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for a vote (April 14, 2026)
    • Adopted by the Senate (April 16, 2026) with a recorded vote of 27 ayes, 0 nays
  • Effective Date: Being a memorial resolution, it becomes effective upon adoption.
  • Copy/Presentation: The resolution calls for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation.

Bottom Line

SJR 1111 is a ceremonial, non-binding acknowledgment by Tennessee’s legislature praising the Child Advocacy Center of the 3rd Judicial District for a quarter century of work dedicated to protecting and healing children in four counties. It highlights the CAC’s services—forensic interviews, therapy, and family advocacy—and serves to publicly commend the center’s leadership and staff. The resolution passed unanimously in the Senate in April 2026.

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

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