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TN SJR0876

Joint Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Becky Massey

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Honors Revolutionary War veterans buried within and near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, coinciding with the United States' 250th anniversary

  • Names specific veterans interred in the area, including Henry Bohanan, William Hamby, Fredrick Emert, Spencer Clark, and William Cocke, as well as supporters Mary Blount and Martha Dandridge Washington

  • Acknowledges that some veteran settlers had their land taken for the establishment of the national park

  • Encourages all Tennesseans to recognize Revolutionary War veterans' contributions to democracy, individual freedom, human rights, and state history

Legislative Description

A RESOLUTION to honor the Revolutionary War veterans interred within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and surrounding areas.

Memorials, Recognition

Last Action

Ref. to Delayed Bills Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Delayed Bills3/12/2026
Calendar3/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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