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HJR 655

Memorials, Recognition - Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Grills

Ceremonial recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly of the Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God on its 100th anniversary, honoring its leadership and service.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 655

Summary of HJR 655 (2025)

Overview

  • Type: Joint Resolution
  • Title: Memorials, Recognition – Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God
  • Sponsor: Grills (primary)
  • Purpose: Ceremonial recognition of the Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God on its 100th anniversary
  • Status: Signed by Governor (May 5, 2025)

Purpose and Intent

HJR 655 expresses formal recognition and appreciation for the Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God as it commemorates its centennial. The resolution emphasizes the council’s long-standing commitment to faith, service, and community impact within Tennessee and notes the council’s leadership and ministries as a conduit for spiritual outreach and positive civic engagement.

Key Provisions

  • Acknowledges the Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God as it celebrates 100 years of faith-based ministry.
  • Notes that council activities are centered at Cornerstone Assembly of God Church in Madison, Tennessee.
  • Names the leadership and staff associated with the Tennessee District Council, including District Superintendents, Assistant District Superintendents, Youth Directors, Presbyters, and Pastors.
  • Recites “whereas” statements praising the council’s Christian beliefs, service, and community impact over the past century.
  • Declares that the General Assembly joins in the centennial celebration, thanks the congregation and ministers for their service to God and the State of Tennessee, and wishes continued success.
  • Provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a clerical provision that the clause following the state seal appear without House or Senate designation in the copied version.

Who/What is Affected

  • The resolution honors the Tennessee District Council of the Assemblies of God and its congregations, leadership, and ministers.
  • It reflects recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly and, by extension, acknowledges the organization’s role in communities across the state.

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Introduced: April 15, 2025
  • House actions: Introduced and placed on consent; engrossed and adopted (April 16, 2025); signed by the House Speaker (April 24, 2025)
  • Senate actions: Concurred with the House (April 21, 2025); signed by the Senate Speaker (April 25, 2025)
  • Enrollment and transmission: Enrolled (April 24, 2025); transmitted to the Governor (April 28, 2025)
  • Governor’s action: Signed into law (May 5, 2025)

Impact

  • This is a ceremonial, non-fiscal measure that publicly honors a religious organization for its centennial milestone.
  • It constitutes formal recognition and goodwill from Tennessee’s state government and is primarily symbolic, with no changes to statutes, funding, or regulatory authority.

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

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