This proposed constitutional amendment (SJR 624) would require U.S. citizenship as a mandatory qualification for voting in all Tennessee state, county, and municipal elections - including local ballot measures and referendums. It would replace current voting requirements by explicitly stating that only U.S. citizens may vote in these elections, removing any existing provisions that might allow non-citizens to participate. The amendment specifies that citizenship, age (18+), state residency, and registration would be required, with uniform standards across Tennessee. If enacted, it would directly affect non-citizen residents who currently vote in local elections in Tennessee.
This proposed constitutional amendment would change Tennessee's election schedule for certain local officials. It would move elections for judicial officers (like judges) and most county civil officials (such as sheriffs or clerks) from the first Thursday in August to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, effective starting in 2034. Property assessors would remain on the August election schedule, with their next election in 2032. The change aims to align local elections with federal and state election dates.
SJR 618 proposes changing Tennessee's constitutional requirement for judges. Currently, judges must have lived in the circuit or district for one year before election; this amendment would require residency in the *specific county* of the court they will serve for one year instead. The change directly affects candidates running for judicial positions in Tennessee's county courts. This is a procedural constitutional amendment, not a law changing current court operations.
Senate Joint Resolution 1280 officially ends the 114th General Assembly of Tennessee on April 23, 2026. This resolution allows legislative committees to continue meeting after this date to finish their work and report findings to the next session. The bill is a procedural step that formally closes the current legislative term without creating new laws or policies.
This Senate Resolution formally commends Lauren Milam for receiving the 2026 Dennis Washington Leadership Graduate Scholarship. The bill recognizes her as one of only five students nationwide selected for this award, which provides up to $250,000 for graduate study to individuals who have overcome adversity. Milam, a native of Waynesboro and University of Tennessee at Martin graduate, was chosen for her academic excellence and leadership while pursuing an MD/MBA at East Tennessee State University. The resolution expresses the Tennessee Senate's pride in her achievement and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.
Senate Resolution 443 formally honors Maggie Messer, the 2026 Salutatorian at Carter High School, for her academic achievements. The resolution commends her for earning an exemplary grade point average while participating in extracurricular activities and joining the ranks of top students in Tennessee. This legislative action serves as a public acknowledgment of her success and extends best wishes for her future, without creating any new laws or policy changes.
Senate Resolution 449 is a commemorative measure that honors three high school students from Memphis East T-STEM Academy for winning third prize in the C-SPAN StudentCam competition. The resolution formally recognizes Paytn Gibson, Carter Holmes, and Ty Miller for their video documentary on immigration reform, which was part of a national contest celebrating America's 250th anniversary. This legislative action serves to acknowledge the students' achievements and civic engagement without altering any laws or policies.
This Senate resolution honors Kaia Harbick, the 2026 valedictorian of West High School, for her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. The bill formally commends her achievements and expresses the legislative body's best wishes for her future. It does not create new laws or alter policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her success.
Senate Resolution 406 honors Adriauna Jones, the 2026 Salutatorian at Middleton High School, for her academic achievements. The resolution formally commends her outstanding grade point average and participation in extracurricular activities while she was a student. It directs the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Ms. Jones as a gesture of recognition.
This Senate Resolution honors Dartaniel Brenton, the 2026 Salutatorian of Westwood High School in Tennessee, for his academic excellence. The bill formally commends him for achieving a high grade point average while participating in various extracurricular activities. It expresses the legislative body's pride in his accomplishments and extends best wishes for his future success. No new laws or policies are created by this measure; it serves solely as a ceremonial recognition of a specific student's achievements.
This Senate resolution honors and commends the employees of the Office of the Chief Clerk of the Senate for their work during the 2026 Legislative Session. The bill specifically recognizes staff members across various departments, including the Clerk's office, Engrossing Office, Audio/Visual crew, Sergeants at Arms, and bill clerks, by name. It acknowledges their dedication to public service, noting their willingness to work long hours and maintain efficient operations for the General Assembly. The resolution serves as a formal expression of appreciation for the professional services these employees provided to the Senate.
Senate Resolution 429 formally honors Liliana Mendez-Medina, the 2026 valedictorian of Raleigh-Egypt High School, for her academic excellence and extracurricular involvement. The resolution commends her high grade point average and expresses the legislative body's pride in her achievement as a source of inspiration for her community. This bill does not alter any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial recognition of her success.
