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SJR 1099

Memorials, Retirement - Martie Davis -

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

Publicly honor Martie Davis for nearly fourteen years as Hickman County Administrator of Elections, recognizing her service in election administration, voter rolls integrity, and s

SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 4/20/2026
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Bill Summary · SJR 1099

Summary—Senate Joint Resolution 1099 (SJR 1099), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose and Intent

  • SJR 1099 is a commemorative resolution honoring Martie Davis upon her retirement as Administrator of Elections for Hickman County.
  • The resolution recognizes Davis’s nearly fourteen years of service, retiring in November 2025, and commends her contributions to administering local, state, and federal elections.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Official acknowledgement: The resolution states the General Assembly’s intent to honor Davis for her public service, specifically noting her role overseeing election administration, voter registration, integrity of voting rolls, and the operation of election equipment.
  • Public record language: The text expresses appreciation for Davis’s professionalism, integrity, and dedication to the administrative processes of the Election Commission.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary subject: Martie Davis, in her capacity as Administrator of Elections for Hickman County.
  • Indirect effects: The resolution publicly recognizes and memorializes her contributions, serving as a ceremonial record within state government.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and passage:
    • Introduced: April 8, 2026
    • Passed First Consideration: April 9, 2026
    • Passed Second Consideration and referred to Senate Calendar Committee: April 13, 2026
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar: April 13, 2026
    • Adopted on Consent Calendar: April 15, 2026 (Ayes 32, Nays 0)
    • Engrossed and ready for transmission to House: April 15, 2026
    • Placed on House consent calendar: April 16, 2026
  • Final status: Placed on House consent calendar for consideration (as of the latest action, with consent calendar process ongoing).

Additional Notes

  • This is a housekeeping, ceremonial resolution rather than substantive legislative reform.
  • It provides a formal, honorable acknowledgment from the Tennessee General Assembly for a county election official’s long-term service and retirement.

Bottom Line

SJR 1099 serves to publicly honor Martie Davis for nearly fourteen years of service as Hickman County’s Administrator of Elections, recognizing her roles in election administration, voter registration integrity, and reliable operation of election systems, with a formal commendation as she retires.

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

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