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SJR 1207

Memorials, Retirement - Cathy Hamsley -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerry Roberts

Ceremonial resolution honoring Cathy Hamsley for nearly four decades of service to Robertson County elections, including 23 years as Administrator, with retirement best wishes.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1207

Summary of Bill: SJR 1207 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorial resolution recognizing Cathy Hamsley, Administrator of Elections for the Robertson County Election Commission, on the occasion of her retirement.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that honors and recognizes Cathy Hamsley for her decades of public service in Robertson County, Tennessee.
  • It expresses appreciation for her contributions as an election official and wishes her well upon retirement.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution formally commends Cathy Hamsley for:
    • Approximately four decades of service with the Robertson County Election Commission.
    • 23 years serving as Administrator of Elections (appointed in 2003).
    • Demonstrated integrity, probity, and commitment to public service.
    • Embodiment of Tennessee’s civic spirit and the values of the Volunteer State.
  • The resolution states policy that an appropriate copy be prepared and presented to Ms. Hamsley upon request, with standard formatting language about presentation (the clause referencing removal of House/Senate designation appears in the final copy to be used for presentation).

Who/What Is Affected

  • Individual: Cathy Hamsley, in recognition of her retirement.
  • Government/Constituents: Robertson County Election Commission and its stakeholders, who benefit from formal recognition of a long-serving public official.
  • Legislative record: Adds a ceremonial memorial resolution to acknowledge service.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Passed on Second Consideration and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee (as of 2026-04-22).
  • Introduction: Filed and introduced on 2026-04-20; passed First Consideration on 2026-04-21.
  • Next steps: Likely eventual approval by full Senate and House concurrence consistent with memorial resolutions; execution would involve preparing and presenting an official copy following passage.

Observations

  • This is a ceremonial measure rather than substantive policy legislation.
  • It highlights recognition of public service and retirement but does not enact changes to statutes, budgets, or election procedures.
  • Co-sponsor: Kerry Roberts.

Bottom Line

SJR 1207 is a commemorative resolution honoring Cathy Hamsley for nearly four decades of service to the Robertson County Election Commission, including 23 years as Administrator of Elections, and extending best wishes for her retirement. The bill is progressing through the legislative process as a formal, non-substantive tribute.

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

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