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TN SJR0648

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ken Yager

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates Tennessee as a "Purple Heart State" to honor military veterans who received the Purple Heart medal
  • Recognizes Purple Heart recipients who have resided in Tennessee (the "Volunteer State")
  • The Purple Heart is awarded to U.S. Armed Forces members who sustained injuries or death while fighting enemy forces
  • Joint resolution requiring concurrence from both the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives in the 114th General Assembly

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to designate the State of Tennessee a Purple Heart State.

Naming and Designating

Last Action

Adopted, Ayes 32, Nays 0

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

State and Local Government2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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