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SR 334

Memorials, Recognition - Lieutenant Shaun Phinnessee -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Page Walley

Tennessee legislature formally recognizes and honors Lieutenant Shaun Phinnessee through ceremonial memorial resolution with no binding legal effect.

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Bill Summary · SR 334

Legislative bill overview

SR 334 is a memorial resolution introduced in Tennessee that recognizes and honors Lieutenant Shaun Phinnessee. This type of bill serves a ceremonial purpose and does not create new law or allocate funding—it simply expresses the legislature's formal recognition of an individual.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions acknowledge significant contributions or service, creating an official record of legislative respect. While symbolic rather than substantive, such recognitions affirm institutional values and honor individuals deemed worthy of formal state acknowledgment.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited information available: The bill summary provides no context about Lieutenant Phinnessee's service, achievements, or why this recognition was chosen, making substantive evaluation difficult
  • Memorial bill purpose clarity: Some question whether legislative time should be devoted to ceremonial measures rather than policy-making, though this remains a standard legislative practice
  • Selection criteria: Without public documentation of the criteria for memorials, it's unclear how individuals are selected for this honor

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

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