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HJR 302

Memorials, Retirement - Pat Nolan -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by John Clemmons

Recognizes Pat Nolan of NewsChannel 5 for a 50+ year career in Nashville journalism and extends heartfelt wishes for a happy, fulfilling retirement.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 302

Summary of HJR 302 (Memorials, Retirement – Pat Nolan)

Overview

  • Bill Type: House Joint Resolution (memorial)
  • Subject: Memorials, Retirement
  • Sponsor: Rep. Clemmons
  • Status: Signed by the Governor
  • Introduced: March 3, 2025
  • Final Action: Signed by Governor on March 25, 2025
  • Purpose: To recognize and honor Pat Nolan of NewsChannel 5 (WTVF) on the occasion of his retirement and to extend the legislature’s best wishes for his future endeavors.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution serves as a formal, ceremonial tribute to Pat Nolan for a distinguished career in television journalism spanning more than five decades in Nashville.
  • It emphasizes Nolan’s professional significance as a longtime NewsChannel 5 contributor, his impact as a political analyst and interviewer, and his dedication to public service and the community.

Key Provisions

  • Recognition Language: The resolution contains “Whereas” clauses detailing Nolan’s career milestones, educational background (Father Ryan High School; Vanderbilt University), and notable roles (reporter at NewsChannel 5, former executive assistant and press secretary to Nashville Mayor, on-air political analyst, host of Inside Politics, council coverage anchor, etc.).
  • Career Highlights Highlighted:
    • Over 50 years with NewsChannel 5 and related Nashville broadcasting activities
    • Host of Inside Politics on NewsChannel 5+
    • On-air political analyst for NewsChannel 5 (years of service: 1987–1992, 1999–2005)
    • Coverage of live Metropolitan Nashville Council meetings
    • Public relations leadership roles in private sector prior to retirement (Hart & Company, Dye Van Mol & Lawrence, DVL Seigenthaler)
    • Community involvement through various boards (Father Ryan High School, Saint Bernard Academy, Metropolitan Nashville Historical Commission, Community Television Access Board)
    • Personal notes: long marriage (nearly 51 years) and family accomplishments
  • Be It Resolved Clause: The General Assembly (House and Senate concurring) extends heartfelt wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement and continued success.
  • Publication/Presentation Clause: An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation with the final clause omitted from such copy; upon request, language after the State seal may appear without House or Senate designation (a standard ceremonial provision).

Impact and Beneficiaries

  • Primary Beneficiary: Pat Nolan and his family, recognizing his professional contributions and retirement.
  • Broader Impact: Acknowledge Pat Nolan’s influence on Nashville journalism and civic life; the resolution is symbolic and ceremonial, with no direct policy or fiscal impact.
  • Recipients/Stakeholders: NewsChannel 5 viewers, Nolan’s colleagues, responders to Nashville’s broadcasting community, and the organizations with which Nolan engaged as a board member or advisory participant.

Timeline and Legislative Process

  • Introduced March 3, 2025; placed on consent calendar; passages in both chambers occurred rapidly in March 2025.
  • March 6, 2025: House action completed; March 11–14, 2025: Senate processing and concurrence; March 19, 2025: transmitted to the Governor.
  • March 25, 2025: Governor signed the resolution into law.

Notes

  • This is a ceremonial memorial acknowledging a long career and community service, not a bill that changes law or policy.

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

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