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HJR 1198

Memorials, Recognition - Officer Kurtis Bacha -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michele Reneau

Tennessee House unanimously adopts memorial resolution HJR 1198 honoring Officer Kurtis Bacha, forwarding it to the Senate for formal state recognition.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1198

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1198 is a memorial resolution passed by the Tennessee House of Representatives that honors Officer Kurtis Bacha. The resolution was adopted unanimously with 92 ayes and no opposing votes, and is now being transmitted to the Tennessee Senate for consideration.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official legislative recognition of individuals, typically in response to significant events such as death in service, extraordinary heroism, or notable public service. These resolutions create a formal legislative record and may be read into the official historical record, providing official state recognition to the honoree and their family.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill text itself is not provided, so the specific circumstances being memorialized (whether line-of-duty death, commendation, or other event) cannot be verified from this summary alone
  • Procedural formality: Some may question whether legislative time should be devoted to memorial resolutions versus substantive policy matters, though this is a routine legislative function
  • Unanimous passage provides no clarity: The unanimous vote indicates consensus but offers no insight into whether all legislators understood or reviewed the specific details of what was being memorialized

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

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