SJR 1256 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - William Kenneth Jorgensen -

This joint resolution honors the memory of William Kenneth Jorgensen, a retired public safety official from Williamson County who served for 35 years in various roles including Public Safety Director. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to his community and family, noting his career as a volunteer firefighter and his dedication to public service. It directs the state to present a copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of sympathy and respect. The document does not create new laws or alter government operations but serves as a commemorative tribute to his life and legacy.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
May 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Apr 22, 2026 Signed May 11, 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 11, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
May 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Apr 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Apr 23, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 87, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Apr 22, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Jack Johnson
RRepublican
TN
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