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SJR 302

Memorials, Recognition - Lynn Daugherty -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Pody

Ceremonial resolution honors Lynn Daugherty for 43 years in banking, highlights 21 years as bank manager and her service to Lebanon, with best wishes for her future.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 302

Legislative Summary: SJR 302 (SJR0302) – 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Title

Memorials, Recognition – Lynn Daugherty – Lieutenant Lynn Daugherty (retired)

Purpose and Intent

  • This Senate Joint Resolution honors and recognizes Lynn Daugherty for her “outstanding career in banking” and her service to the Lebanon community.
  • The resolution also acknowledges her as the “first lady of Cornerstone Baptist Church” in Lebanon, in reference to her husband’s role as pastor, and extends best wishes for her continued success and happiness.

Key Provisions and Provisions at-a-Glance

  • Official recognition by both chambers (Senate and House) of Lynn Daugherty’s forty-three-year banking career.
  • Specific career highlights:
    • Twenty-one years with Wilson Bank & Trust, concluding her tenure as a bank manager.
    • Educational background includes a degree in banking from Cumberland University.
  • Social and community roles highlighted:
    • Active in the Lebanon community.
    • Identified as the wife of David Daugherty, pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church, with mention of her role as “first lady” of the church.
  • Formal action:
    • The General Assembly memorializes Lynn Daugherty, offering a formal expression of appreciation.
    • The resolution is to be presented in a ceremonial copy, omitting certain final language when copied for presentation.

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Lynn Daugherty (retired banking professional).
  • Community acknowledgment: Lebanon, Tennessee, and the broader Wilson Bank & Trust community.
  • Religious community reference: Cornerstone Baptist Church in Lebanon.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Senator Mark Pody (co-sponsor noted as well).
  • History of action:
    • Introduced and passed first consideration in the Senate (March 19, 2025).
    • Passed Second Consideration (March 24–27, 2025) and placed on Senate Consent Calendar.
    • Passed Senate with unanimous support (Ayes 29, Nays 0) on March 27, 2025; concurred by the House on March 31, 2025.
    • Enrolled and ready for signature; signed by Senate Speaker on April 3, 2025.
    • Transmitted to the Governor, who signed it on April 7, 2025.
    • Governor’s signature finalized on April 10, 2025.
  • Effective status:
    • The bill is ceremonial in nature; passage triggers formal recognition but does not enact policy, funding, or regulatory changes. The final clause notes the copy will be prepared for presentation, with certain text omitted as per standard memorial conventions.

Summary

SJR 302 is a ceremonial resolution that publicly honors Lynn Daugherty for her 43-year career in banking, including 21 years as a bank manager with Wilson Bank & Trust, and recognizes her contributions to the Lebanon community and her role as the spouse of a local pastor. The resolution passed both chambers with unanimous support and was signed by the Governor, concluding in a formal act of commendation and best wishes for her future endeavors.

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

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