TN HR0194

A RESOLUTION to commend Shamariah Houston for exemplary service as a legislative intern.

Passed House John Clemmons (D)
Plain English Summary

The bill is a resolution that honors Shamariah Houston for her outstanding work as a legislative intern. It recognizes her contributions and the importance of internships in providing valuable experience for young people in government.

At a Glance

TN HR0194 is a house bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by John Clemmons (D), currently “Passed” since April 15, 2026.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 75 of them sponsored by John Clemmons.

Supporters Say

Supporters would highlight this resolution as a celebration of young talent and dedication in public service. They would frame it as an important recognition of the role that interns play in the legislative process and the value of mentorship in fostering future leaders.

Critics Say

Critics might argue that while honoring individuals is important, such resolutions can be seen as trivial or unnecessary in the broader context of legislative priorities. They could question whether this focus on individual recognition distracts from more pressing issues facing the state.

Conflict of Interest Analysis Personal Interests
3/10
Risk Level
Medium
Policy Area
Government Operations and Politics
Industry Overlap
0%
Personal Conflicts
3 found

The bill HR0194 is a resolution commending Shamariah Houston for her service as a legislative intern, which does not directly involve any financial implications or regulatory changes. However, the sponsor, John Clemmons, has several personal financial interests that could be considered relevant. His involvement with the Columbia University Alumni Association of Nashville and the Columbia University Alumni Representative Committee may align with the bill's general impact on educational and governmental operations, albeit indirectly. Additionally, his past role on the advisory board for the Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Nashville could suggest a vested interest in educational initiatives, which may indirectly relate to the commendation of an intern from an educational background. While these connections exist, they are not strong enough to indicate a direct financial benefit from the resolution itself, leading to a medium risk score.

Sponsor's Personal Financial Interests

Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.

Type Description Industry Source
Occupation Attorney Lawyers/Law Firms TN Legislature bio
Employer Partner at Clemmons & Clemons, PLLC Lawyers/Law Firms AI-researched
Board Member Board member of Tennessee Bar Association — AI-researched
Employer CLEMMONS & CLEMONS, PLLC Lawyers/Law Firms TN Ethics Commission
Spouse Employer TRUST INCOME — TN Ethics Commission
Spouse Employer ENERGY TRANSFER LP — TN Ethics Commission
Employer TRUST - CAPITAL GAINS — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF NASHVILLE MEMBER from Jan 2009 to current Education TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner VOLUNTEER LAWYERS & PROFESSIONALS FOR THE ARTS VOLUNTEER ATTORNEY from Jan 2009 to Apr 2018 Lawyers/Law Firms TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI REPRESENTATIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER from Jan 2008 to current Education TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner HARRY PHILLIPS AMERICAN INN OF COURT BARRISTER from Aug 2015 to Apr 2019 — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner NASHVILLE BAR FOUNDATION FELLOW from Mar 2017 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner TENNESSEE COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY - NASHVILLE ADVISORY BOARD from Jun 2018 to Nov 2022 Education TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner MCCABE PARK LITTLE LEAGUE VOLUNTEER COACH from Aug 2019 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner TENNESSEE BAR ASSOCIATION MEMBER from Nov 2007 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner NASHVILLE BAR ASSOCIATION MEMBER from Nov 2007 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner SILENT NO LONGER TENNESSEE BOARD MEMBER from Feb 2022 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner CORE HOOPS - MBA VOLUNTEER COACH from Jan 2022 to Feb 2023 — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner SILENT NO LONGER TN BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2023 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner CLEMMONS AND CLEMONS, PLLC MEMBER from Jul 2013 to current Lawyers/Law Firms TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner NASHVILLE RBI-BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MIDDLE TN RBI ADVISORY RD from Jan 2014 to Apr 2017 — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner FRIENDS OF SEVIER PARK, INC MEMBER, BOARD OF DIRECTORS from Apr 2013 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Business Owner BELMONT-HILLSBORO NEIGHBORS, INC. EX OFFICIO MEMBER, STEERING COMMITTEE from Jan 2014 to current — TN Ethics Commission
Asset FIDELITY INVESTMENTS (SPOUSE & 3 MINORS)and Minor Child Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Asset FIDELITY INVESTMENTS, 401(K) Securities & Investment TN Ethics Commission
Asset MML INVESTOR SERVICES, LLC — TN Ethics Commission
Occupation Law, LEGAL — TN Ethics Commission
Asset Leadership PAC: INVICTUS PAC — TN Ethics Commission

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does TN HR0194 do?

The bill is a resolution that honors Shamariah Houston for her outstanding work as a legislative intern. It recognizes her contributions and the importance of internships in providing valuable experience for young people in government.

What is the status of TN HR0194?

TN HR0194 is currently “Passed” in the Tennessee legislature.

Who sponsored TN HR0194?

John Clemmons (D) sponsored TN HR0194.