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SJR 621

Memorials, Retirement - Robert Allan Clark -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Crowe

Tennessee legislature unanimously honors Robert Allan Clark's retirement through ceremonial memorial resolution with no policy changes.

Concurred, Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0
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Bill Summary · SJR 621

Legislative bill overview

SJR 621 is a memorial resolution in Tennessee honoring Robert Allan Clark upon his retirement. The bill passed both chambers of the legislature unanimously, indicating it is a ceremonial measure recognizing an individual's service and career conclusion.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official legislative recognition of significant individuals and milestones. While non-binding and largely ceremonial, they create a formal public record of the legislature's acknowledgment of a person's contributions and allow for official recognition in state archives.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill title provides minimal detail about who Robert Allan Clark is or why he merits state legislative recognition, making it difficult to assess the appropriateness of the honor
  • Resource allocation: Some may question whether legislative time and resources should be devoted to individual retirement memorials versus substantive policy work
  • Precedent concerns: Without clear criteria for which retirements receive memorials, questions may arise about fairness and consistency in recognizing individuals

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

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