HJR 6001 Tennessee House · 114th First Extraordinary Session (January 2025)

Memorials, Death - William "Billy" Earl Knight -

HJR 6001 is a memorial resolution honoring William "Billy" Earl Knight, a lifelong Millview resident and public servant known for his decades of community involvement as a plumber, veteran, and volunteer. The resolution, adopted unanimously by the Tennessee House of Representatives, expresses condolences to his family and commemorates his legacy of integrity, service to local institutions, and dedication to family values. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes Knight's contributions through a ceremonial expression of respect. The resolution was passed by the House on January 28, 2025, and referred to the Senate for consideration.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Jan 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2025 Last action Jan 29, 2025
Floor votes · House Jan 28, 2025

How they voted

971
Passed
Total votes 98
Jan 28, 2025
D Democratic19
18 Yea 1 Nay
94% Yea
R Republican79
79 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
7
Key actions
1
Committee
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Jan 29, 2025
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Jan 28, 2025
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 92, Nays 1, PNV 0
lower
Jan 27, 2025
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. 1/28/2025
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Legislator
Party
State
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Photo of Jake McCalmon
Jake McCalmon
RRepublican
TN
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