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HJR 1326

Memorials, Recognition - Nicholas "Nico" Higgs, Governor's Volunteer Stars Award -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Pat Marsh

The resolution ceremonially honors Nico Higgs for outstanding volunteer service, recognizing Tennessee’s volunteer impact without creating laws or funds.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1326

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1326 (HJR 1326), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose

  • A memorial resolution recognizing and honoring Nicholas "Nico" Higgs of Bedford County for receiving the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award.
  • The resolution expresses the General Assembly’s congratulations and best wishes, and acknowledges the role of volunteers in Tennessee.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution declares the General Assembly’s intent to honor Nico Higgs for his outstanding community leadership and volunteer service.
  • It recognizes that Tennessee benefits from volunteerism, citing statewide figures: approximately 1.3 million volunteers, over 99 million hours of service annually, and an economic contribution of about $2.6 billion to the state.
  • The primary substantive action is ceremonial: it bestows formal recognition rather than creating new law, programs, or financial obligations.
  • The resolution specifies that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation, with standard formatting exceptions (the clause referencing the seal is included as a ceremonial component).

Affected Persons and Entities

  • Nicholas "Nico" Higgs is the direct recipient of recognition.
  • The broader affected group includes Tennessee volunteers and the communities benefiting from volunteer service (as contextual background).
  • The Tennessee General Assembly is the body delivering the recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • The resolution passed through both chambers via standard procedural steps, culminating in concurrent passage by the House and Senate.
  • Notable actions in the record:
    • April 7, 2026: Introduction and placement on the House consent calendar.
    • April 8, 2026: House adoption without opposition (Ayes 95, Nays 0).
    • April 9–10, 2026: Transmitted to Senate for consideration; placed on Senate Consent Calendar by April 10.
    • April 13–15, 2026: Senate concurrence, enrollment, and approval on signature lines.
    • April 15–16, 2026: Signed by the Speaker of the House and the Senate, transmitted to the Governor for action, and subsequently signed/acted upon per the action history.
  • Administrative outcome: The bill proceeded to the Governor for action and has been signed by the relevant officers, per the action history, indicating final ceremonial passage.

Bottom-Line Impact

  • Legislative impact is purely ceremonial: formal commendation of an individual for exemplary volunteer service.
  • No changes to statutes, state programs, funding, or regulatory requirements are implicated.
  • The resolution adds to the public record as an official recognition of Nico Higgs’s contribution to the community and to Tennessee’s volunteer culture.

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

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