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HJR 1498

Memorials, Recognition - Sloan Darby, 2026 Miss Greenfield Princess -

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

The resolution publicly congratulates Sloan Darby for winning 2026 Miss Greenfield Princess and recognizes her as a community leader and positive representative.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1498

Summary: House Joint Resolution 1498 (HJR 1498) – 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Title

Memorials, Recognition – Sloan Darby, 2026 Miss Greenfield Princess

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution expresses congratulations and recognition for Sloan Darby on being crowned the 2026 Miss Greenfield Princess.
  • It recognizes her as a community leader and a positive representative who embodies qualities such as confidence, elegance, kindness, and dedication.
  • The measure aims to publicly acknowledge her achievement and extend best wishes for her future success and happiness.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Change

  • Formal Recognition: The Tennessee House of Representatives (with Senate concurrence) publicly congratulates Sloan Darby for winning the title of 2026 Miss Greenfield Princess.
  • Personal Praises: The resolution contains laudatory statements about Darby’s character, community involvement, and potential for future success.
  • Copy and Presentation: An appropriate copy of the resolution is to be prepared for presentation. The text includes a formatting note that the language following the State seal should appear without House or Senate designation in the copy.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Primary Beneficiary: Sloan Darby (the individual being recognized).
  • Secondary Beneficiaries: Darby’s family and broader Greenfield community, which is acknowledged for taking pride in her achievement.
  • Governmental Scope: A ceremonial, symbolic act; no legal or regulatory changes, funding, or administrative obligations are created by this resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and Referral: The resolution was introduced and filed for introduction on April 16, 2026.
  • Scheduling: It was placed on the House consent calendar for consideration on April 16, 2026.
  • Legislative Path: The resolution requires concurrence by the Senate to become an official joint memorial of both chambers.
  • Effective Date: As a ceremonial resolution, it does not enact laws or create fiscal obligations; its effect is commemorative.

Additional Notes

  • Sponsor: Representative Michele Carringer (primary sponsor) with a co-sponsor identified as Representative (or legislator) Tandy Darby listed as the parent to the honoree in the text, though the bill text names the public recognition rather than creating a family or financial provision.
  • The document includes standard memorial language noting that the resolution may be presented in a form consistent with the outlined formatting requirements.

Overall Impact

  • The bill serves as a formal, symbolic gesture by Tennessee’s legislative body to honor an individual (Sloan Darby) for a local pageant title and her contributions to her community.
  • No policy changes, regulatory actions, or fiscal expenditures are associated with this resolution.

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

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