Tennessee legislation · 114th General Assembly
Tennessee HJR1605: A RESOLUTION to commend Carolyn Cates for her honorable and astute service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission.
Status: Signed into law, May 7, 2026
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What the bill says
A resolution to commend Carolyn Cates for her honorable and astute service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION to commend Carolyn Cates for her honorable and astute service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission. WHEREAS, it is fitting that the members of this General Assembly should specially recognize those estimable public servants who have dedicated themselves to improving the quality of life for their fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, Carolyn Cates is one such estimable person, who has devoted more than four decades of service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission; and WHEREAS, Ms. Cates began her career with the Sequatchie County Election Commission in 1982 as a typist under administrator Helen Barker and was soon asked to remain to assist with early voting operations; and WHEREAS, over the course of her distinguished tenure, she has served under four administrators of elections, including Helen Barker, Donald Britt, Linda Pittman, and current administrator Jerrie Holland; and WHEREAS, demonstrating both capability and commitment, Ms. Cates served as interim Administrator of Elections, providing steady leadership and continuity during a period of transition; and WHEREAS, throughout her forty-four years of service, Carolyn Cates has contributed to the efficient administration of elections in Sequatchie County, helping to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of the electoral process for all citizens; and WHEREAS, known for her dedication, reliability, and institutional knowledge, Ms. Cates has earned the respect and appreciation of her colleagues and …
Sponsors
- Travis, Ron (R) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Signed by Governor.
- : Transmitted to Governor for his action.
- : Signed by Senate Speaker
- : Signed by H. Speaker
- : Enrolled; ready for sig. of H. Speaker.
- : Concurred, Ayes 32, Nays 0
- : Placed on Senate Consent Calendar 2 for 4/23/2026
- : Received from House, refer to Senate Calendar Committee
- : Engrossed; ready for transmission to Sen.
- : Adopted, Ayes 93, Nays 0, PNV 0
Votes
- FLOOR VOTE: Motion to Adopt (April 23, 2026): 32 yea, 0 nay, passed
- FLOOR VOTE: CONSENT CALENDAR 2 PASSAGE ON THIRD CONSIDERATION (April 22, 2026): 93 yea, 0 nay, passed
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Common questions
- What is HJR1605?
- HJR1605 is a bill in the Tennessee Legislature (114th General Assembly): A RESOLUTION to commend Carolyn Cates for her honorable and astute service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission.
- What does HJR1605 do?
- In its own words: A resolution to commend Carolyn Cates for her honorable and astute service to the Sequatchie County Election Commission.
- What is the status of HJR1605?
- Signed into law as of May 7, 2026. Latest action: Signed by Governor. (May 7, 2026).
- Who sponsored HJR1605?
- Travis, Ron (R).
- Where is the official record for HJR1605?
- On the Tennessee Legislature website: https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default?BillNumber=HJR1605&GA=114
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