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HJR 1604

Memorials, Recognition - Jerry Nash -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Sparks

Honors Jerry Nash for leading Chess in Education efforts that promote critical thinking, life skills, and global educational opportunities for children through chess.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · HJR 1604

Summary of Bill: HJR 1604 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorial recognizing Jerry Nash for contributions to children worldwide through Chess in Education.

Purpose and Intent

  • To formally honor and commend Jerry Nash for his work promoting Chess in Education and its impact on children’s intellectual and personal development.
  • Recognizes Nash’s leadership and service, including his role in international collaboration to advance chess-based educational opportunities.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution acknowledges Nash’s:

    • Advocacy of Chess in Education as a tool to strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and thoughtful decision making.
    • Efforts to foster life skills such as conflict resolution, patience, discipline, and self-worth through chess.
    • Role as Chairman of the International Chess Federation’s Chess in Education Committee.
    • Global travel and collaboration with educators and organizations to expand access to educational opportunities through chess.
    • Identity as a Tennessee native and embodiment of the state’s values.

  • The resolution states appreciation for Nash’s volunteerism and his impact on children worldwide.

  • Formal enactment language:

    • The House of Representatives of the Tennessee General Assembly, with the Senate concurring, honors Nash and extends best wishes for his continued success.
    • An official copy may be prepared for presentation (standard language for memorial resolutions).

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Individual: Jerry Nash (recognition of contributions by name).
  • Institutional/Procedural: The recognition is a memorial resolution, not a bill imposing duties, funding, or regulatory changes.
  • Legislative impact: Serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment by both chambers (House and Senate) of Tennessee.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Concurred by the Senate and placed on the Senate Consent Calendar for 4/23/2026; received from the House and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee; engrossed and transmitted to the Senate on 4/22/2026.
  • Action history indicates unanimous support in both chambers (House: 93-0; Senate: 32-0) with no opposing votes.
  • Effective date: Memorial resolutions typically become official when enacted by both chambers; no fiscal impact or effective-date requirements are stated beyond the concurrent adoption.

Note on Purpose and Tone

  • This is a ceremonial honor recognizing an individual’s service and accomplishments.
  • It highlights the educational and developmental benefits of Chess in Education and positions Nash as a leader and advocate in this field.

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

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