HJR 1491 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - William Thomas "W.T." Housley -

This bill is a House Joint Resolution that formally honors the memory of William Thomas "W.T." Housley, a resident of Apison, Tennessee. The resolution acknowledges his life as a dairy farmer, large equipment operator, and antique car enthusiast who was known for his kindness and dedication to family values. It extends official condolences to his surviving family members, including his son, grandson, and brother. The document serves as a ceremonial tribute rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 16, 2026 Signed May 5, 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
May 5, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Apr 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 29, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Apr 22, 2026
Introduced
Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Apr 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 96, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 16, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 4/20/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Party
State
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Greg Vital
RRepublican
TN
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