SJR 588 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Recognition - Fredric "Fred" J. Sharpe -

Senate Joint Resolution 588 is a formal resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to commend Fredric "Fred" J. Sharpe for his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. It recognizes his military service beginning at age 19 (with two brothers already serving), his post-military work with the Tennessee Valley Authority for over a decade, and his community involvement with the American Legion and his family business in Marion County. Adopted unanimously by both the Senate (33-0) and House (94-0), this resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute without creating legal obligations or policy changes. It directly honors Mr. Sharpe, a Jasper, Tennessee resident, for his contributions to national service.
Bill status signed all 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Signed into Law
Feb 2026
Introduced Jan 15, 2026 Signed Feb 12, 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
17
Key actions
6
Committee
2
Feb 12, 2026
Signed into law
Signed by Governor.
lower
Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Signed by H. Speaker
lower
Feb 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Re-refer to Senate Calendar Committee
lower
Feb 10, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Feb 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Concurred, Ayes 94, Nays 0, PNV 0
lower
Feb 2, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Jan 21, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Jan 15, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Photo of Todd Gardenhire
Todd Gardenhire
RRepublican
TN
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