Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution
HJR 847: General Assembly, Statement of Intent or Position - Affirms the importance of religious liberty protections for incarcerated individuals under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act of 2000 (RLUIPA) and recognizes the contributions of Prison Fellowship. -
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HJR 847 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: General Assembly, Statement of Intent or Position - Affirms the importance of religious liberty protections for incarcerated individuals under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act of 2000 (RLUIPA) and recognizes the contributions of Prison Fellowship. -. Primary sponsor: Jeremy Faison (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): Intro., ref. to State & Local Government Committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Faison | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Intro., ref. to State & Local Government Committee
- Assigned to s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee
- Filed for introduction