Memorials, Recognition - Sidney Ware, Brandon Randolph, Fatima Grandos Macareno, Mu Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and No Labels at Middle Tennessee State University -
This joint resolution formally commends Sidney Ware, Brandon Randolph, Fatima Grandos Macareno, the Mu Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and the No Labels group at Middle Tennessee State University for their leadership in fostering bipartisan dialogue and civil engagement. The measure recognizes their specific efforts to organize nonpartisan events, host debate workshops, and create spaces where students of different political views can interact respectfully. By passing this resolution, the Tennessee General Assembly acknowledges these individuals and groups for promoting constructive civic participation on campus without altering any laws or policies.
Bill status
signed
all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 20, 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
20
Key actions
6
Committee
1
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
Lower · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 92, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
upper
Apr 20, 2026
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. for 4/21/2026
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mike Sparks
RRepublican
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