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HJR 1408

Memorials, Retirement - Judge Bobby Sands -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Scott Cepicky

Honors Judge Bobby Sands for retirement after 20+ years on the Maury County General Sessions Court, recognizing his decades of public service and community leadership.

Adopted, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
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Bill Summary · HJR 1408

Summary of HJR 1408 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Purpose

  • A House Joint Resolution honoring Judge Bobby Sands on the occasion of his retirement from the Maury County General Sessions Court after more than 20 years of service.
  • The resolution expresses appreciation for his career, public service, and community involvement, and extends best wishes for continued success and happiness.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition of Judge Bobby Sands, highlighting:

    • Appointment to the Maury County General Sessions Court in 2005 to complete the term of the late Judge Jimmy Matthews.
    • Subsequent reelections in 2014 and 2022 without opposition.
    • Prior career in private practice and roles including Assistant District Attorney (1981–1985), City Judge for the Town of Spring Hill (1986–2000), and service as a member of the Tennessee General Assembly (1996–2002) representing District 64 (Maury County).
    • Leadership roles such as President of the Tennessee General Session Judges Conference and as Secretary of the House Judiciary Committee during his legislative tenure.
    • Numerous honors and community service activities (listed extensively in the text), including involvement with the Maury County Bar Association, American Legion, various local organizations, and military service background (U.S. Army, 101st Airborne Division, rank of First Lieutenant).

  • The resolution does not create new law or policy changes; it is ceremonial and commemorative, recognizing personal achievements, public service, and community contributions.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • The primary “subject” affected is Judge Bobby Sands, whose retirement from the Maury County General Sessions Court is being commemorated.
  • No administrative or statutory changes are enacted; the impact is symbolic honor by the Tennessee General Assembly.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Representative Cepicky; co-sponsor: Scott Cepicky.
  • Status and action timeline:
    • Filed for introduction and placed on House consent calendar (April 14, 2026).
    • Introduced and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee (April 15, 2026).
    • Engrossed and transmitted to Senate for consideration (April 15, 2026).
    • Passed the House with unanimous support (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2 on April 15, 2026).
  • The resolution is a memorial, typically requiring concurrent passage by both chambers for ceremonial adoption.

Observations

  • The bill is a commemorative tribute rather than substantive legislation.
  • It compiles a comprehensive biography of Judge Sands, highlighting decades of public service across judicial, legislative, and community roles.
  • The resolution serves to publicly acknowledge and honor his career and personal contributions.

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

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