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SR 244

Memorials, Recognition - Kameron Whalum -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

Tennessee legislature honors Kameron Whalum through ceremonial memorial resolution with no policy or budgetary impact.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · SR 244

Legislative bill overview

SR 244 is a memorial resolution from the Tennessee legislature honoring Kameron Whalum. The bill recognizes an individual through the formal legislative memorial process, which is a ceremonial action that does not create new law or allocate funds.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions allow state legislatures to publicly acknowledge and honor citizens for achievements, service, or contributions. While ceremonial in nature, they create an official legislative record recognizing individuals and can be meaningful to families and communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without details about Kameron Whalum's specific accomplishments or why this honor was warranted, it's unclear whether this memorial addresses a matter of statewide significance or represents routine local recognition better handled at municipal levels
  • Resource allocation: Some argue that legislative time spent on ceremonial resolutions could be redirected to substantive policy debates, though this is a minor procedural concern
  • Transparency: The rapid passage (filed and adopted within days) and voice vote leave no public record of individual legislators' positions on the memorial

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

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