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SJR 1092

Memorials, Recognition - Chuck Winstead-Brown -

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

Tennessee legislature passes ceremonial resolution honoring Chuck Winstead-Brown with official state recognition.

SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 4/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 1092

Legislative bill overview

SJR 1092 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee legislature that honors Chuck Winstead-Brown. Memorial resolutions are ceremonial legislative acts that recognize individuals, groups, or historical events without creating enforceable law or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve to formally acknowledge contributions, achievements, or significance at the state legislative level. While non-binding, they represent official state recognition and are entered into the legislative record, which can be meaningful for families, communities, and historical documentation.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill summary does not specify what Winstead-Brown's accomplishments or significance are, making it difficult to assess whether the recognition is widely supported or controversial
  • Ceremonial vs. substantive: Critics of memorial resolutions argue legislative time could be spent on bills with direct policy impact rather than ceremonial recognitions
  • Potential partisan concerns: The motivation behind honoring specific individuals may occasionally reflect partisan or factional preferences rather than unanimous agreement

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

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