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HJR 1188

Memorials, Recognition - United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee -

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

Tennessee legislature unanimously adopted a non-binding memorial honoring the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee with no specified rationale or consequences.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1188

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1188 is a memorial resolution recognizing the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee. The bill passed the Tennessee House with unanimous support and has been transmitted to the Senate for consideration. Memorial resolutions are non-binding legislative expressions that commemorate institutions, individuals, or events without creating law or appropriating funds.

Why is this important

While memorial resolutions themselves have no legal force, they serve as official statements of recognition and appreciation from a state legislature. This particular resolution elevates the profile of the Eastern District U.S. Attorney's Office within Tennessee state government, potentially strengthening relationships between state and federal law enforcement entities.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of substantive content: The bill summary provides no details about specific accomplishments or reasons for the recognition, making it unclear what warranted this formal memorial
  • Symbolic vs. practical value: Critics may question whether legislative resources should be devoted to ceremonial resolutions rather than substantive policy matters
  • Selective recognition: No clear criteria are evident for why this particular federal office receives recognition versus other federal agencies or institutions operating in Tennessee

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

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