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SJR 1142

Memorials, Retirement - Julie Gail Adkission -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Page Walley

Ceremonially recognizes Julie Gail Adkission for nearly 28 years as Hardin County Register of Deeds, highlighting her leadership in digitizing records and professional service.

Transmitted to Governor for action.
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Bill Summary · SJR 1142

Summary: Senate Joint Resolution 1142 (SJR 1142) — Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Purpose

  • Recognizes and honors Julie Gail Adkission on the occasion of her retirement as Hardin County Register of Deeds.
  • Expresses appreciation for her long tenure and public service.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • SJR 1142 is a ceremonial resolution—not a bill that enacts law or creates new programs.
  • The resolution commends Adkission for nearly 28 years as Hardin County Register of Deeds ( seven terms; term through August 31, 2026).
  • Highlights notable achievements, including:
    • Leadership in transitioning Hardin County’s public records from handwritten to digital recordkeeping.
    • Preservation, accessibility, and accuracy of vital property records during a period of technological change.
    • Professional recognition and leadership roles in statewide and regional associations, such as:
    • President of the Tennessee Registers Association (2010)
    • Tennessee Registers Association Register of the Year (2006-2007)
    • Roles as secretary/president of the Tennessee Registers of Deeds Association
    • Roles within the West Tennessee Registers Association (secretary, president)
    • Participation in the Tennessee County Officials Association and various committees
    • Early career service starting in 1985 at the Hardin County Courthouse, contributing more than four decades to public service.
    • Recognition as Hardin County’s Woman of the Year (2003)

Who Is Affected

  • Primary subject: Julie Gail Adkission, retiring Hardin County Register of Deeds.
  • Indirectly, the resolution acknowledges the role of Hardin County government and its public-records system during her tenure.
  • No new duties, funding, or statutory requirements are created or amended.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Legislative status: ceremonial recognition.
  • Action history:
    • Filed for introduction: April 14, 2026
    • Passed on First Consideration: April 15, 2026
  • Next steps: If advancing, typically moves to compilation and presentation as a commemorative resolution to the honoree.

Practical Impact

  • Public record: The resolution provides formal commendation from Tennessee’s General Assembly.
  • Symbolic value: Acknowledges decades of dedicated service and professional leadership in the registers of deeds community.
  • No fiscal impact or policy changes are associated with this resolution.

Summary Statement

SJR 1142 serves to publicly honor Julie Gail Adkission for nearly three decades of service as Hardin County Register of Deeds, emphasizing her leadership in digitizing records, commitment to record integrity, and active involvement in professional associations. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment without changes to law or state programs.

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

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