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HJR 1256

Memorials, Retirement - Ruthie Brawner, Macon Bank & Trust Company -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

A ceremonial resolution recognizing Ruthie Brawner for 29 years of leadership at Macon Bank & Trust, offering best wishes on her retirement.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1256

Summary of House Joint Resolution 1256 (HJR 1256)

What is the bill?

  • A memorial resolution by State Representative/House sponsor Keisling (with co-sponsor Kelly Keisling) honoring Ruthie Brawner on the occasion of her retirement from Macon Bank & Trust Company.
  • Purpose: To commend and recognize Ruthie Brawner for her nearly three decades of service and leadership within the Macon Bank & Trust Company and to acknowledge her contributions to Tennessee and its communities.

Main purpose and intent

  • Public expression of appreciation from the Tennessee General Assembly to Ruthie Brawner.
  • Highlight her 29 years of service at Macon Bank & Trust Company.
  • Endorsement of her dedication to excellence and leadership.
  • Formal best wishes for her future success.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution itself states:
    • The General Assembly salutes and honors Ruthie Brawner on her retirement.
    • It commends her work ethic, leadership, and contributions to the state and the bank.
    • It expresses best wishes for future endeavors.
  • No changes to law or policy; no fiscal implications; purely a ceremonial commendation.
  • Final language instructs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation, with minor administrative formatting details.

Who or what would be affected

  • Ruthie Brawner: The individual recipient of the commendation.
  • Macon Bank & Trust Company: Acknowledged through the employee’s 29-year service; indirectly recognized by the resolution.
  • Tennessee state government: Receives a public, ceremonial recognizing resolution; no regulatory or programmatic impact.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Status: Passed both chambers and transmitted to the Governor for action.
  • Key dates:
    • Introduced and filed: March 31, 2026.
    • Adopted by the House: April 6, 2026 (Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2).
    • Concurred in Senate: April 13, 2026 (Ayes 31, Nays 0).
    • Senate action and signing: April 15–16, 2026 (Senate concurrence, enrolled, signed by leadership).
    • Transmitted to Governor for action: April 16, 2026.
  • Status: Signed by Senate Speaker, and subsequently transmitted for the Governor’s action as of the latest action.

Summary

HJR 1256 is a ceremonial joint resolution recognizing and honoring Ruthie Brawner upon her retirement from Macon Bank & Trust Company after 29 years of service. It applauds her leadership and dedication, offers best wishes for the future, and requests that an official copy be produced for presentation. There are no substantive policy changes, appropriations, or regulatory effects associated with this resolution.

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

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