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SR 28

Memorials, Recognition - Dr. Katrina Green -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by London Lamar

Tennessee Senate unanimously adopts memorial resolution honoring Dr. Katrina Green for unspecified contributions and achievements.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · SR 28

Legislative bill overview

SR 28 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee Senate that honors and recognizes Dr. Katrina Green for her contributions and achievements. The bill passed unanimously (32-0) and has been signed by the Senate Speaker, making it an official state recognition.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as formal public acknowledgment of individuals' accomplishments and impact on their communities or fields. While non-binding, they create official legislative records honoring citizens and can be significant for personal, professional, or community recognition purposes.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited transparency: The bill text itself is not publicly detailed here, so the specific reasons for Dr. Green's recognition are unclear to general observers
  • Selective memorialization: Questions could arise about criteria for who receives state recognition and whether selection processes are equitable across demographics
  • Ceremonial versus substantive: Some may view memorial resolutions as symbolic gestures that don't address systemic issues or create concrete policy changes

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

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