HJR 52 Tennessee House · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - Darek Tanner -

HJR 52 is a memorial resolution honoring Darek Tanner, a Nashville LGBTQ+ community leader and longtime owner of Canvas Lounge, for his work creating inclusive spaces and fostering community connections. The resolution expresses the legislature's respect for his legacy of compassion and inclusivity, recognizing his contributions to making Nashville a more welcoming place. It extends condolences to his family and the Canvas Lounge community without implementing any policy changes or affecting specific laws.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2025 Last action Feb 24, 2025
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6
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Committee
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Feb 24, 2025
Committee
ref to State & Local Government Committee with a Negative Recommendation
lower
Feb 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on cal. Naming & Designating Committee for 2/24/2025
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Committee
Ref. to Naming & Designating Committee
lower
Jan 27, 2025
Introduced
Intro., placed on H. consent cal. 2/3/2025
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Aftyn Behn
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