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TN HJR1002

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Greg Vital

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Origin

House of Representatives

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Honors Couch's BBQ in Ooltewah, Tennessee for 80 years of continuous operation since opening in March 1946
  • Original owners Will and Agnes Couch established the restaurant on Highway 11 between Cleveland and Chattanooga
  • Kenny Stiner purchased the restaurant in 1979 and operated it for 40 years until his retirement in 2019
  • Sarah Stiner, Kenny's daughter, currently owns and operates the restaurant, continuing the family business tradition
  • Recognizes the restaurant's signature shaved barbecue on toasted bun as a multi-generational customer favorite in southeast Tennessee

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to recognize and honor Couch's BBQ for eighty years in business.

Memorials, Recognition

Last Action

Signed by Governor.

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Calendar3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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