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HR 273

Memorials, Recognition - Raven Moody -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Jesse Chism

The bill solemnly recognizes Raven Moody for her leadership and community service after being honored at the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala.

Adopted, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0
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Bill Summary · HR 273

Summary: House Resolution 273 (HR 273) – Tennessee, 114th General Assembly

Purpose and Intent

  • HR 273 is a memorial resolution honoring Raven Moody.
  • The bill recognizes and congratulates Raven Moody for being honored at the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala in Memphis.
  • The resolution aims to acknowledge Moody’s community leadership, professional expertise, and personal excellence, and to extend best wishes for her future endeavors.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition by the Tennessee House of Representatives.
  • Statements of praise for Moody’s career achievements and commitment to community service.
  • A ceremonial clause noting that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.

Who/What is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiary: Raven Moody (individual).
  • Indirectly affected: Raven Moody’s professional and community leadership profile; the Influential 20 Black Tie Awards Gala as the context of the recognition.
  • Legislative audience: Tennessee House of Representatives, and by extension the public who view the resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Rep. Chism; Co-sponsor: Rep. Jesse Chism.
  • Introduced and filed on April 22, 2026.
  • Placed on House consent calendar for consideration; adopted unanimously (Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0) on April 22, 2026.
  • Signed by the Speaker of the House and enrolled on April 23, 2026; ready for the Speaker’s signature on the same day.
  • The final text includes a standard closing clause: “an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared for presentation with this final clause omitted from such copy.”

Observations

  • This is a ceremonial/recognition measure rather than a substantive policy change.
  • The resolution serves as an official commendation from the Tennessee House of Representatives recognizing individual achievement and community impact.
  • The bill’s impact is primarily reputational and ceremonial, highlighting Moody’s recognition by a private gala and her contributions to the community.

If you’d like, I can provide a plain-language briefing for constituents or a side-by-side comparison with typical memorial resolutions to illustrate how HR 273 fits within standard legislative practice.

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

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