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HJR 520

Memorials, Recognition - Nick Davis -

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

Formal recognition of Nick Davis as 2025 president of the Tennessee Road Builders Association, a ceremonial tribute highlighting his leadership in highway and bridge work.

Signed by Governor.
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Summary of HJR 520 (Memorials, Recognition – Nick Davis)

Overview

  • Type: House Joint Resolution (joint memorial)
  • Sponsor: Rep. Marsh
  • Title: Memorials, Recognition – Nick Davis
  • Purpose: Honor Nick Davis upon his induction as the 2025 president of the Tennessee Road Builders Association (TRBA)
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (April 15, 2025)
  • Introduced: March 31, 2025
  • Version: Current version concentrates on recognition and a ceremonial acknowledgement

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution affirms the General Assembly’s respect for Nick Davis and acknowledges his leadership and meritorious service to Tennessee during his tenure with the Tennessee Road Builders Association.
  • Specifically notes his installation as the 2025 president of the TRBA (February 12, 2025) and highlights his ongoing contributions to highway and bridge construction in Tennessee.

Key Provisions

  • Formal Recognition: The General Assembly honors Nick Davis for his leadership and service as TRBA president.
  • Background and Qualifications: The resolution provides a biographical summary, including:
    • Birthplace and current residence (Murfreesboro; living in Cookeville with wife Susy Davis and children Avery and Hudson)
    • Education (BS in Concrete Industry Management from Middle Tennessee State University; member of the second Concrete Management graduating class)
    • Professional experience (began at Harper Construction in 2001; moved to Mid-State Construction Company in 2004; serves as Vice President of the Bridge Division)
    • TRBA leadership roles (board member since 2017; roles including chairman of the Bridge & Concrete Division, first vice president, treasurer, second vice president, Investment Committee member; TRBA Emerging Leaders Development Program graduate)
    • Professional affiliations (Tennessee Highway Contractors PAC Board; TRBA/TDOT Work Zone Safety Committee; American Road & Transportation Builders Association Project Management Academy)
  • Ceremonial Language: The resolution states the intent to present an appropriate copy of the resolution (with a specified formatting clause) to Nick Davis.
  • Legislative Style: As a memorial joint resolution, it serves as an official, ceremonial commendation rather than creating new law or policy.

Who Is Affected

  • Nick Davis, in his capacity as 2025 president of the Tennessee Road Builders Association
  • The Tennessee Road Builders Association and its affiliate networks (recognition of a member leader)
  • The general public, as the resolution publicly acknowledges leadership in the state’s highway and bridge construction sector

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introductory actions: Sponsored March 31, 2025; placed on H. consent calendar for April 3, 2025
  • House actions: Passed and sponsors added on April 3, 2025
  • Senate actions: Concurred and transmitted to the Governor around April 10–11, 2025
  • Governor action: Signed into law on April 15, 2025
  • Final form: Concurrently memorializes Nick Davis; includes a clause about producing and presenting a copy of the resolution

Potential Impact

  • Formal public recognition of Nick Davis’s leadership within Tennessee’s road-building community
  • Reflects bipartisan appreciation for industry leadership and infrastructure advocacy
  • No new fiscal impact or regulatory changes; primarily ceremonial in nature.

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

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