Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0119

Introduced
1/26/23  
Engrossed
1/26/23  
Enrolled
1/31/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives for the purpose of hearing a State of the State address by Governor Bill Lee and to authorize transmittal of the budget document and legislation implementing the budget for fiscal year 2023-2024.

Impact

The resolution provides the framework for the Governor to present the state budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024. It empowers the General Assembly to authorize the transmittal of the state budget documents prior to the customary deadlines in both legislative chambers. This ensures that legislators are provided with the information necessary to evaluate and discuss fiscal matters that will impact state governance and public services.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 119 (SJR0119) is primarily a procedural bill aimed at organizing a joint convention of the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives. The resolution calls for this convention to take place on February 6, 2023, for the purpose of receiving the State of the State address from Governor Bill Lee. This event is a traditional practice in Tennessee’s legislative calendar, marking the commencement of discussions surrounding the upcoming budget.

Contention

While SJR0119 itself is largely procedural and does not contain significant policy implications, it plays a crucial role in the legislative process as it facilitates the budgetary discourse of the state. There may be contention surrounding the contents of the budget presented by Governor Lee, particularly regarding priorities such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure, which constituents and lawmakers may scrutinize during subsequent budget deliberations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0915

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives for the purpose of hearing a State of the State address by Governor Bill Lee and to authorize transmittal of the budget document and legislation implementing the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025.

TN HJR0063

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives for the purpose of hearing a State of the State address by Governor Bill Lee and to authorize transmittal of the budget document and legislation implementing the budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.

TN HJR0025

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the House of Representatives and the Senate for the purpose of inaugurating the Honorable Bill Lee as Governor of the State of Tennessee, to provide for the adjournment of the One Hundred Thirteenth General Assembly organizational session, and to provide for the convening and recess of the 2023 regular session of the One Hundred Thirteenth General Assembly.

TN SJR0298

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

TN H5051

House Resolution Adopting The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2023 And 2024 (this Resolution Would Adopt The Rules Of The House Of Representatives For The Years 2023 And 2024.)

TN SJR0010

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the House of Representatives and the Senate for the purpose of electing a Comptroller of the Treasury and a State Treasurer.

TN S2545

Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session

TN SJR0014

A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and the House of Representatives for the purpose of electing a Secretary of State, a Comptroller of the Treasury, and a State Treasurer.

TN S15

Proposed Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session.

TN S18

Proposed Joint Rules for the Senate and House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session.

Similar Bills

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