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HJR 519

Memorials, Retirement - Officer Robert A. Jackson -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Lowell Russell

The bill ceremonially recognizes and honors Officer Robert A. Jackson Jr. for over 30 years of service, marking his retirement as the last officer of the Tennessee Capitol Police.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 519

Summary: House Joint Resolution 519 (HJR 519) – Memorials, Retirement – Officer Robert A. Jackson

What the bill does

  • HJR 519 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing and honoring Officer Robert A. Jackson, Jr. of the Tennessee Capitol Police on the occasion of his retirement after more than thirty years of service to the State of Tennessee.
  • The resolution acknowledges his lifetime of public service, including his long career in law enforcement both in the U.S. Air Force and with the Capitol Police.
  • It states that Officer Jackson is “the last officer of the Tennessee Capitol Police” and expresses the General Assembly’s gratitude and best wishes for his future endeavors.
  • The measure includes a provision that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with a standard concluding language clause for presentation.

Key provisions and language

  • Recognition and appreciation: Officially recognizes Officer Jackson for meritorious service and his dedication to the state and its citizens.
  • Personal history reference: The resolution provides a biographical overview, highlighting his military service, retirement from the Air Force, and more than three decades with the Capitol Police.
  • Ceremonial conclusion: The final “Be It Resolved” clauses authorize presentation of the resolution and describe the form of the copy to be distributed.
  • Publication language: The copy presented to Officer Jackson would omit certain formal designations when prepared for presentation, per standard practice in such resolutions.

Who is affected

  • Primary subject: Officer Robert A. Jackson, Jr., of the Tennessee Capitol Police.
  • Broader impact: The recognition stands as an official ceremonial commendation from both houses of the Tennessee General Assembly and the Governor’s office.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: March 31, 2025 (by Rep. Russell).
  • House action: Engrossed and adopted April 3, 2025 (Ayes 91, Nays 0).
  • transmitted to Senate: April 7, 2025; Senate actions followed, including approval by Senate leadership on April 11, 2025.
  • Enrolled and prepared for governor: April 11–14, 2025.
  • Governor’s action: Signed into law on April 15, 2025.
  • Status: Signed by Governor; effective as a memorial resolution recognizing retirement.

Significance and impact

  • This is a ceremonial, non-legislative recognition of a long-serving public servant.
  • It underscores the historical note that Officer Jackson served as the last officer of the Tennessee Capitol Police, marking a notable moment in the agency’s history.
  • The resolution serves to publicly acknowledge dedication to public safety and to extend best wishes for the retiree’s future.

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

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