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SJR 652

Memorials, Recognition - Wayne Brewer -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Joey Hensley

Tennessee legislature passes ceremonial resolution honoring Wayne Brewer with unanimous approval through consent calendar process.

SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 2/23/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 652

Legislative bill overview

SJR 652 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee legislature that honors Wayne Brewer. As a simple joint resolution focused on memorials and recognition, it does not create law or appropriate funds, but rather serves as an official legislative acknowledgment or tribute.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions allow state legislatures to formally recognize individuals for their contributions, accomplishments, or service. While ceremonial in nature, they create an official public record of legislative recognition and are often presented to honorees or their families as tokens of esteem from the state government.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information available about Wayne Brewer's specific accomplishments or why recognition was warranted
  • No substantive legislative debate indicated (32-0 vote suggests routine consent calendar passage)
  • Memorial resolutions, while non-binding, consume legislative time that could theoretically be devoted to policy matters

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

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