Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution
SJR 897: Memorials, Professional Achievement - Rustin Jones, Excellence in Teaching Award -
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SJR 897 is a joint resolution introduced in the Tennessee Senate on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Memorials, Professional Achievement - Rustin Jones, Excellence in Teaching Award -. Primary sponsor: Steve Southerland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 31, 2026): Signed by Governor.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Southerland | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 9 |
“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 82, Nays 0, PNV 2
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- SJR placed on H. consent cal. for 3/23/2026
- Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0
- Engrossed; ready for transmission to House
- Sponsor(s) Added.
- Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 3/16/2026
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