HJR 1409 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Elaine Carver -

This Tennessee House Joint Resolution honors the memory of Elaine Carver, a retired educator who taught for over 52 years in Georgia and Tennessee. The bill formally recognizes her long career in public education, particularly her 38-year tenure at New Center Elementary School in Sevier County, and expresses sympathy to her family and former students. It does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to her professional contributions and personal character.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
Apr 2026
Introduced Apr 14, 2026 Signed Apr 30, 2026
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
13
Key actions
5
Committee
0
Apr 30, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 27, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 27, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 20, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 30, Nays 0
upper
Apr 15, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 90, Nays 0, PNV 2
lower
Apr 15, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Apr 14, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 4/15/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Andrew Farmer
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