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HJR 1097

Memorials, Retirement - Sheriff Billy Lamb -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Todd Warner

Tennessee House passes ceremonial resolution honoring retiring Sheriff Billy Lamb's public service career with no legal or budgetary effects.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 1097

Legislative bill overview

HJR 1097 is a memorial resolution introduced in the Tennessee House of Representatives honoring Sheriff Billy Lamb upon his retirement. The bill has no direct legal effect but serves as an official commendation from the legislature recognizing his service and career.

Why is this important

Legislative memorials create official public records acknowledging individual contributions to public service. For Sheriff Lamb's constituents and colleagues, this provides formal recognition of his professional tenure, though it carries no statutory implications or budget impacts.

Potential points of contention

  • Selective memorialization: Questions may arise about why certain retirements receive legislative memorials while others do not, raising fairness concerns
  • Use of legislative time: Some may view dedicating floor time to ceremonial resolutions as inefficient use of the legislature's limited session days
  • Object to consent calendar: The bill was objected to and moved from consent calendar to regular calendar, suggesting at least one legislator had concerns about expedited passage

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

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