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SJR 1089

Memorials, Recognition - Julie Slagle -

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

SJR 1089 honors Julie Slagle of Unicoi County for placing second in the NSSPPA culinary contest, highlighting Tennessee’s sorghum tradition and family farming.

SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 4/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 1089

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 1089 (SJR 1089) – Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Overview

  • Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution (ceremonial/recognition)
  • Sponsor: Senator Steve Southerland (Chief sponsor); co-sponsored by members of the Senate
  • Session: 114th General Assembly
  • Subject: Memorializing and congratulating an individual for a specific achievement
  • Status (as of actions listed): Passed on first reading;
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar (April 13, 2026)
    • Adopted on consent (April 15, 2026; Ayes 32, Nays 0)
    • Transmitted to House; placed on House consent calendar (April 16, 2026)

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim of SJR 1089 is to formally honor and congratulate Julie Slagle of Unicoi County, Tennessee for achieving second place in the Culinary Contest at the National Sweet Sorghum Producers and Processors Association’s (NSSPPA) 40th annual conference and national contest.
  • The resolution recognizes Julie Slagle’s skill in traditional sorghum syrup production and her achievement in creating a notable sorghum-based dessert (notably sorghum ice cream) that earned national recognition.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition of achievement: Acknowledges Julie Slagle’s second-place finish in the NSSPPA culinary contest held March 4–6 in Pigeon Forge, TN.
  • Context on tradition and heritage: Notes Slagle’s role in a four-generation family farm (Hensley Hills Farm) and her continuation of traditional sorghum production practices in Tennessee.
  • Statement of impact: Describes her accomplishment as a testament to commitment to excellence and to Tennessee’s agricultural heritage.
  • Formal commendation: Directs the preparation of an appropriate copy of the resolution for presentation to Julie Slagle, with language adjustments for the final copy (omitting House/Senate designation in the final printed version).

Who Is Affected

  • Individual honored: Julie Slagle (Unicoi County, Tennessee)
  • Civic/State recognition audience: General Assembly, Tennessee residents, and the broader agricultural community
  • No new regulatory or fiscal changes are introduced; this is ceremonial praise.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction/First Consideration: April 8, 2026
  • Second Consideration: April 13, 2026 (passed on second consideration)
  • Senate Consent Calendar: April 13, 2026
  • Adopted on Consent: April 15, 2026 (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
  • House Transmission: April 16, 2026 (placed on House consent cal.)
  • The resolution is ceremonial and does not create or modify law or state policy.

Notes

  • The bill is short and ceremonial in nature, typical of resolutions praising individuals for notable achievements.
  • It highlights Tennessee’s agricultural heritage and the preservation of traditional sorghum production methods through family farming.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary for a policy brief, a news brief, or a legislative tracking tool with additional context on NSSPPA competitions and sorghum production in Tennessee.

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

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