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HJR 1223

Memorials, Recognition - Scott County Fair, 100th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

The bill ceremonially honors the Scott County Fair for its 100th anniversary, recognizing its community impact without creating laws or funding.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1223

Bill Summary: HJR 1223 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Recognition - Scott County Fair, 100th anniversary

Purpose and Intent

  • To commend and honor the Scott County Fair on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.
  • Recognizes the fair as a longstanding community gathering in Scott County that celebrates local heritage, agricultural traditions, and youth participation.
  • Acknowledges the efforts of volunteers, organizers, and community supporters who sustain the fair each year.
  • The resolution expresses best wishes for a successful 100th anniversary event.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • This is a memorial resolution, not a bill proposing new laws or financial programs.
  • The General Assembly “honors and commends” the Scott County Fair in recognition of its century-long presence and impact on the community.
  • The resolution directs that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation. The text notes a standard formatting clause about omitting certain identifiers when copies are prepared for presentation.

Who/What is Affected

  • Scott County Fair (Scott County, Tennessee) and the Scott County community.
  • Local volunteers, organizers, exhibitors, youth participants, and supporters who contribute to the fair’s operation.
  • The state’s legislative record and Tennessee’s ceremonial traditions recognize local heritage.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Passed the House and subsequently transmitted to the Senate; the Senate concurred.
  • Key timeline:
    • March 24, 2026: Bill filed and introduced.
    • March 30, 2026: Sponsor additions; moved to House consent calendar; House approved (Ayes 82, Nays 1, PNV 10).
    • April 2–6, 2026: Passed to Senate, placed on Senate consent calendar; signed by House Speaker.
    • April 7, 2026: Enrolled and ready for Senate action.
    • April 8, 2026: Signed by Senate Speaker.
    • April 10, 2026: Transmitted to the Governor for action.
    • April 14, 2026: Governor signed; bill enacted.

Notable Details

  • Co-sponsor: Senator Kelly Keisling.
  • The resolution includes a standard concluding clause about formatting copies for presentation, with specific language omitted on final printed copies.

Overall Impact

  • Purely ceremonial in nature; aims to publicly acknowledge and celebrate a centennial milestone for a local cultural and agricultural institution.
  • No financial appropriations or regulatory changes are included.

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

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