TN HJR0885Tennessee House Joint Resolution 885 (HJR0885) is a formal statement passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor the memory of Charles Maxwell "Charlie" Severance, a former Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from Knox County. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Michele Carringer, Dave Wright, Elaine Davis, Chris Todd, and Justin Lafferty. It passed unanimously in both the House and Senate and was signed by the Governor on February 18, 2026. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/TN/bill/HJR0885/2025?utm_source=openai))
TN HJR0885 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Michele Carringer (R), currently “Passed” since February 18, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 49 of them sponsored by Michele Carringer.
The passage of HJR0885 was met with bipartisan support, reflecting a collective appreciation for Charlie Severance's contributions to Tennessee politics. The unanimous votes in both chambers and the swift signing by the Governor indicate a shared respect for his legacy. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/TN/bill/HJR0885/2025?utm_source=openai))
No significant negative media coverage or controversy surrounding HJR0885 was reported. The resolution's passage was smooth, with no recorded opposition or public dissent. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/TN/bill/HJR0885/2025?utm_source=openai))
The bill HJR0885 is a resolution to honor the memory of Charles Maxwell 'Charlie' Severance, which does not involve any financial implications or regulatory changes that would affect the sponsor's personal financial interests. Michele Carringer's primary occupations include being a former Knox County Commissioner and a hospitalist in internal medicine. These roles do not intersect with the arts, culture, or religion sectors that the bill addresses. Therefore, there are no personal financial gains to be derived from this resolution.
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| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Former Knox County Commissioner | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Tennessee State Representative | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Occupation | Medicine, HOSPITALIST IN INTERNAL MEDICINE | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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What does TN HJR0885 do?
Tennessee House Joint Resolution 885 (HJR0885) is a formal statement passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor the memory of Charles Maxwell "Charlie" Severance, a former Republican member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from Knox County. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Michele Carringer, Dave Wright, Elaine Davis, Chris Todd, and Justin Lafferty. It passed…
What is the status of TN HJR0885?
TN HJR0885 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN HJR0885?
Michele Carringer (R) sponsored TN HJR0885.
