SR 436 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Memorials, Death - Fred Walton -

This Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Fred Walton, a former football coach and educator from Kingsport. The bill recognizes his achievements as a head coach at Dobyns-Bennett High School, where he led teams to multiple conference titles and never suffered a losing season over a decade. It also acknowledges his long service as a radio commentator, his leadership roles within the Kingsport City Schools system, and his contributions to various community organizations. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's sympathy to Walton's family and intends to present a copy of the document as a tribute.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Apr 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 21, 2026 Last action Apr 30, 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
7
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Apr 30, 2026
Upper · Passed
Signed by Senate Speaker
upper
Apr 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Adopted, Ayes 33, Nays 0
upper
Apr 22, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
upper
Apr 21, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Photo of Bobby Harshbarger
Bobby Harshbarger
RRepublican
TN
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