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HJR 1516

Memorials, Recognition - Robert Nelson Clement -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Mary Littleton

The bill memorializes and honors Robert Nelson Clement in Tennessee's official records through a ceremonial resolution.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1516

Summary of HJR 1516 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Recognition – Robert Nelson Clement

Overall purpose

HJR 1516 is a concurrent resolution that memorializes and recognizes an individual named Robert Nelson Clement. As a joint or concurrent resolution, it serves to express the Legislature’s formal acknowledgment, tribute, or inscription of this person in the official records or public memorials of the state. The bill does not enact statutory changes or create new laws; instead, it designates recognition and honors the individual in a ceremonial capacity.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal memorial resolution recognizing Robert Nelson Clement.
  • Likely statements of achievement, character, or contributions attributed to Clement.
  • May include language directing acknowledgment in appropriate state forums, such as public ceremonies, rolls, or memorials, and may request related actions (e.g., preservation of memory in state records or monuments) as appropriate within ceremonial resolutions.
  • No substantive policy or regulatory changes; procedural action to adopt the memorial resolution.

Who or what would be affected

  • Robert Nelson Clement: The primary subject of the memorial recognition.
  • Tennessee Legislature and state government: The adoption of the resolution formally acknowledges and honors Clement on behalf of the state.
  • Public record and state ceremonial practices: The resolution contributes to the official record and may guide future commemorative actions or mentions.

Procedural/timeline aspects

  • Introduced and sponsored with co-sponsor Mary Littleton.
  • April 17, 2026: Filed for introduction.
  • April 20–21, 2026: Placed on House consent calendar; engrossed; sponsor addition.
  • April 21–22, 2026: Adopted in the House with a decisive vote (Ayes 87, Nays 0, PNV 1); transmitted to Senate.
  • April 23, 2026: Concurred by the Senate (Ayes 33, Nays 0).
  • April 24, 2026: Senate sponsor(s) added.
  • April 29, 2026: Enrolled and ready for signature; signed by House Speaker and Senate Speaker.
  • April 29–30, 2026: Transmitted to Governor for action.
  • May 1, 2026: Transmitted to Governor for action.
  • May 5, 2026: Signed by the Governor.

Practical implications

  • The bill completes the ceremonial process to officially memorialize Robert Nelson Clement in Tennessee’s official records.
  • It does not impose new duties, funding obligations, or regulatory requirements.
  • The memorial resolution may be cited in public spaces, ceremonies, or commemorative contexts as part of the state’s recognition of Clement.

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

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