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HJR 1148

Memorials, Recognition - Major Wayne Sellers, Tennessee Highway Patrol -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Clay Doggett

Tennessee legislature unanimously approved a memorial resolution honoring Major Wayne Sellers of the Highway Patrol for his service contributions.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1148

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1148 is a memorial resolution honoring Major Wayne Sellers of the Tennessee Highway Patrol. The bill passed unanimously through the House and Senate with no opposition, indicating broad legislative support for the recognition.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve an official governmental function by formally recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to their state or profession. This recognition becomes part of the legislative record and honors service to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, though the specific details of Major Sellers' service are not provided in the bill tracking information.

Potential points of contention

  • No substantive policy disagreements evident (unanimous 33-0 passage suggests none existed)
  • Memorial resolutions are largely ceremonial and do not allocate funding or create policy changes
  • The bill's specific justification for honoring Major Sellers is not detailed in the legislative record provided

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

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