TN HJR0488House Joint Resolution 488 is a formal statement by the Tennessee General Assembly that recognizes and honors the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for its significance and contributions to the state. The resolution was introduced by a bipartisan group of legislators, passed unanimously in both the House and Senate, and was signed by the Governor on April 9, 2025.
TN HJR0488 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Jeremy Faison (R), currently “Passed” since April 9, 2025.
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The resolution received unanimous support in both legislative chambers, indicating broad bipartisan approval. This suggests that the recognition of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park was well-received and viewed as a unifying gesture that highlights the park's importance to Tennessee's heritage and tourism.
There is no indication of negative media coverage or public opposition to the resolution. The unanimous passage suggests that the resolution was non-controversial and widely supported.
The bill HJR0488 is a resolution to recognize and honor the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which primarily serves a ceremonial purpose and does not propose any changes to regulations or funding that would directly affect the sponsor's personal financial interests. Jeremy Faison's documented personal interests include ownership of Faison Office Products and involvement in pest control through Rocky Top Pest Control, neither of which have a direct connection to the management or recognition of public lands such as national parks. Additionally, his other interests, including being a board member of LifeWise and ownership of Sunrise Meadows, do not intersect with the bill's focus on public lands and natural resources.
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| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Businessman | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Faison Office Products | — | AI-researched |
| Business Owner | Owner of Faison Office Products | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | ROCKY TOP PEST CONTROL | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | DINING RD | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | LIFEWISE BOARD MEMBER from Apr 4 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | SUNRISE MEADOWS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, DIETICIAN | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, PEST CONTROL OPERATOR | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: FAISON FREEDOM PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN HJR0488 do?
House Joint Resolution 488 is a formal statement by the Tennessee General Assembly that recognizes and honors the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for its significance and contributions to the state. The resolution was introduced by a bipartisan group of legislators, passed unanimously in both the House and Senate, and was signed by the Governor on April 9, 2025.
What is the status of TN HJR0488?
TN HJR0488 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN HJR0488?
Jeremy Faison (R) sponsored TN HJR0488.
