Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution
SJR 593: Naming and Designating - Designates Marlene Edwards Tidwell as "Poet Laureate Emerita of Tennessee." -
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SJR 593 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Naming and Designating - Designates Marlene Edwards Tidwell as "Poet Laureate Emerita of Tennessee." -. Primary sponsor: Janice Bowling (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): Signed by Governor.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janice Bowling | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Signed by Governor.
- Transmitted to Governor for action.
- Enrolled and ready for signatures
- Signed by Senate Speaker
- Signed by H. Speaker
- Concurred, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- H. Placed on Consent Calendar for 4/6/2026
- Placed on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 4/2/2026
- Rec. for pass; ref to Calendar & Rules Committee
- Placed on cal. State & Local Government Committee for 3/31/2026
- Rec. for pass; ref to State & Local Government Committee
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