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HJR 315

Memorials, Recognition - Hoskins Drug Store, 95th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rick Scarbrough

Ceremonial Tennessee memorial recognizing Hoskins Drug Store for its 95th anniversary, celebrating a family-owned, historic community landmark with no fiscal impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 315

Summary of House Joint Resolution 315 (HJR 315)

Overview

HJR 315 is a joint resolution adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly recognizing Hoskins Drug Store in Clinton on the occasion of its ninety-fifth anniversary. The measure is ceremonial in nature, serving to honor the Hoskins family and the long-standing business, which has operated in Tennessee since 1930. The resolution was transmitted to the governor and signed, becoming law on March 25, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly recognize and commend Hoskins Drug Store for its longstanding service to the Clinton/Anderson County community.
  • To highlight the store's history as a family-owned, independent pharmacy with deep ties to the local community and its evolution alongside changes in the pharmacy industry.

Key Provisions

  • Official recognition of Hoskins Drug Store on its 95th anniversary.
  • Acknowledgment of the store’s historical significance, including:
    • Original opening in April 1930 by R.C. "Dudley" Hoskins.
    • Expansion to thirteen locations over time, with the current Main Street location opened in 1947.
    • Preservation of original features (wood fixtures and telephone booths) and an authentic soda fountain.
    • Transition from historic practices to modern services, including immunizations, patient counseling, medication therapy management, and pharmacogenomics.
    • Listing on the National Register of Historic Places and the Tennessee Register of Historic Places in 1998.
  • Expression of best wishes for continued success and happiness for the Hoskins family and staff.
  • Formal instruction that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared; the final copy will omit the clause indicating House or Senate designation after the state seal.

Affected Parties

  • Hoskins Drug Store and the Hoskins family (Dudley Hoskins Bostic and Mollie Hoskins Scarbrough) as owners/operators.
  • Employees and customers of Hoskins Drug Store.
  • The Clinton community and the broader Anderson County area.
  • The State of Tennessee, through formal recognition by the General Assembly.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-03-05: Introduced in the House by Rep. Scarbrough.
  • 2025-03-06 to 2025-03-10: Administrative steps, including placement on consent calendar and sponsor additions; House action culminated in adoption (Ayes 95, Nays 0) on 2025-03-10.
  • 2025-03-11 to 2025-03-17: Transitions between the House and Senate; sponsor added (3/17) and concurrence achieved (Ayes 32, Nays 0) on 2025-03-17.
  • 2025-03-13 to 2025-03-19: Sent to the Senate, placed on Senate Consent Calendar (3/14 for 3/17 consideration), then enrolled and transmitted for signature.
  • 2025-03-19: Senate and House leadership sign and enroll; transmitted to Governor.
  • 2025-03-25: Signed by Governor, finalizing the memorial resolution.

Impact and Implications

  • The bill has no fiscal or regulatory impact; it is ceremonial in nature, designed to honor a locally significant historic business.
  • It reinforces community heritage, honors familial leadership, and may positively reflect on local civic pride and regional history.

Sponsor Information

  • Sponsor: Scarbrough (House)
  • Identified as a memorial recognition of Hoskins Drug Store and the Hoskins family.

Note: The text of the resolution emphasizes the store’s historic status, its role as a local landmark, and its evolution alongside the broader changes in the pharmacy profession.

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

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