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SR 36

Memorials, Recognition - Kortland Whalum -

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

Tennessee Senate unanimously adopts memorial resolution honoring Kortland Whalum, creating official legislative recognition without legal effect or funding implications.

Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
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Bill Summary · SR 36

Legislative bill overview

SR 36 is a memorial resolution honoring Kortland Whalum, a Tennessee resident. The bill passed unanimously through the Tennessee Senate and has been signed by the Senate Speaker. Memorial resolutions are non-binding legislative recognitions that commemorate individuals, events, or achievements without creating law or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official public recognition of individuals deemed significant to their communities or the state. While ceremonial in nature, they can influence public awareness and create an official legislative record of the person or achievement being honored. The unanimous passage suggests broad bipartisan or cross-chamber agreement on the honoree's significance.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: Without additional context about who Kortland Whalum is or why they were selected for recognition, the public cannot assess the appropriateness of the honor
  • Resource allocation: Some may question whether legislative time should be spent on memorial resolutions versus substantive policy matters
  • Selection criteria: No clear criteria are evident for which individuals receive state legislative memorials versus others who may be equally deserving

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

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